Lemon-Herb Roasted Lamb Chops with Mint Yogurt
Tender lamb chops marinated in zesty lemon and fresh herbs, served with a cooling mint yogurt sauce that balances the richness. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe (gluten free), ready in about 33 minutes, pairs lamb chops, lemon, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 pieces (4 oz each) lamb chops
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup, Greek style yogurt
- 1/4 cup, chopped mint
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 zested and juiced lemon, 1 tbsp rosemary, 1 tbsp thyme, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Add 8 lamb chops and toss to coat.
- Step 2: Place chops on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 15-18 minutes, or until meat is medium-rare and crusty. Let rest 5 minutes.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped mint, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Serve alongside lamb chops with a spoonful of sauce on each plate.








