Mediterranean-Inspired Grilled Lamb Chops with Herb Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

Juicy grilled lamb chops seasoned with regional Mediterranean spices, complemented by a refreshing herb-infused yogurt sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs lamb chops, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (3 oz each) lamb chops
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over 4 lamb chops (3 oz each). Let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill lamb chops for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.
3. Step 3: While lamb cooks, mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl. Stir until smooth.
4. Step 4: Remove lamb chops from grill, let rest 5 minutes. Serve with a dollop of herb yogurt sauce.