Sheet Pan Za’atar Lamb Chops with Roasted Eggplant and Tahini Drizzle

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

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Juicy lamb chops seasoned with aromatic za’atar spice, roasted alongside eggplant slices and finished with a creamy tahini sauce. This Middle Eastern-inspired sheet-pan recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, za’atar spice blend, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 530 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: 10 min Cook: 22 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 530 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 chops (about 1 1/2 lbs) lamb rib chops
2 tbsp za’atar spice blend
4 tbsp olive oil
2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/3 cup tahini
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tbsp warm water
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp za’atar spice blend and 2 tbsp olive oil. Rub this mixture evenly over 8 lamb rib chops and set aside.
Step 2: On a large rimmed baking sheet, arrange 2 medium eggplants sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and season with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper, tossing to coat.
Step 3: Place the lamb chops on the baking sheet among the eggplant slices.
Step 4: Roast in the oven for 18-22 minutes, flipping eggplant halfway through, until lamb reaches desired doneness (145°F for medium-rare) and eggplants are tender and golden.
Step 5: While roasting, whisk together 1/3 cup tahini, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 3 tbsp warm water in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
Step 6: Remove lamb and eggplant from oven. Drizzle tahini sauce over everything and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.