Yogurt-Marinated Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint and Sumac

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Tender lamb chops marinated in creamy yogurt and lemon juice, grilled to perfection, and served with a refreshing mint and sumac garnish to highlight the sour notes. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb chops, plain Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice 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: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 8 lamb chops and coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove lamb chops from marinade, letting excess drip off.
  3. Step 3: Brush grill grates with 2 tbsp olive oil. Grill lamb chops for 4-5 minutes per side until nicely charred and internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium-rare.
  4. Step 4: Remove lamb chops and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle 1 tbsp sumac and 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint over the chops to enhance the tangy and sour flavors.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately with a side of grilled vegetables or flatbread for a Mediterranean-inspired meal rich in bright sour notes.

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