Minty Tomato Quinoa with Grilled Lamb Chops

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

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Tender lamb chops marinated in lemon and mint, paired with a bright tomato-quinoa side for a restaurant-worthy dinner. This Middle Eastern-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs lamb chops, olive oil, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 30 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, boneless, trimmed lamb chops
2 tbsp olive oil
1, juiced lemon
3 tbsp, finely chopped fresh mint
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 cup, rinsed quinoa
1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup, diced cucumber

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp chopped mint for the lamb marinade.
Step 2: Rub lamb chops with the marinade, pressing gently to adhere, and let rest for 15 minutes while prepping the quinoa.
Step 3: Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, add quinoa and toast for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4: Add quinoa to 2 cups water, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
Step 5: Grill lamb chops for 6-7 minutes per side on a preheated grill (375°F/190°C) until medium-rare, resting for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 6: Fluff cooked quinoa, then fold in cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and remaining 1 tbsp chopped mint, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.