Mediterranean-Inspired Lemon-Oregano Grilled Lamb Chops
Juicy lamb chops marinated with bright lemon juice and fragrant oregano, grilled to perfection to showcase Mediterranean flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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
- 8 chops (about 1.5 lbs) lamb rib chops
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh oregano leaves
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano leaves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp lemon zest to create a marinade.
- Step 2: Place 1.5 lbs of lamb rib chops in a shallow dish or resealable bag, pour the marinade over them, and coat evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably 3-4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove lamb chops from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill the chops for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to desired doneness, until nicely charred and juicy inside.
- Step 4: Transfer the grilled lamb chops to a plate, cover loosely with foil, and rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.









