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Cumin Rubbed Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Chimichurri

cumin grilled lamb chops with mint sauce

Cumin rubbed grilled lamb chops with mint chimichurri sauce is a delicious, nourishing meal to change up your grilling routine this summer! (gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free)

Ingredients

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Lamb Chops:

  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • Juice from 1/2 lemon
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 8-12 fresh lamb loin chops:

Mint Chimichurri Sauce:

  • 1 small shallot, minced (about 2 tbsp)
  • 1/2 c loosely packed fresh mint
  • 1/2 c loosely packed fresh parsley
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp white balsamic vinegar
  • 1/8 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine cumin, coriander, allspice, salt, pepper, lemon juice and olive oil. Rub mixture onto both sides of each lamb chop. Let rest while you prepare the mint chimichurri.
  2. To make chimichurri, place minced shallot in a bowl. Finely chop mint and parsley. Add to the bowl along with remaining ingredients. Stir to combine. Set aside.
  3. Heat grill to medium-high heat. Grill lamb chops 3-5 minutes per side, or until a thermometer inserted into the center reads 145°F. Remove from grill.
  4. Serve lamb chops with mint chimichurri sauce.

Keywords: grilled lamb, cumin lamb chop