Lemon-Rosemary Grilled Lamb Chops

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Tender lamb chops marinated in lemon juice and fresh rosemary, grilled to perfection for a flavorful Valentine’s Day main course. This Mediterranean-inspired Valentine’s Day recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place 8 lamb rib chops in a large resealable bag, pour in the marinade, and seal. Massage to coat evenly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove lamb from marinade and let excess drip off.
  4. Step 4: Grill lamb chops for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
  5. Step 5: Remove chops, rest for 5 minutes, then serve garnished with additional rosemary if desired.

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