Description
Roasted Lamb Chops with Mint Pesto are a stunning main dish that brings together tender, juicy lamb and vibrant mint pesto for a flavor experience like no other. Perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners, this dish impresses with its delightful aroma and rich taste. Serve these beautifully roasted lamb chops alongside a fresh mint pesto that complements the meat perfectly, making every bite a celebration of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in lamb chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp pine nuts, lightly toasted
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely chop garlic.
- In a food processor, blend mint leaves, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pat lamb chops dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) while resting seasoned lamb chops at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- In an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, sear each chop for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Oven roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb chop with pesto (150g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg