Grilled Lamb Chops with Herb Salad

These tender and juicy grilled lamb chops are marinated in garlic, cumin, lemon zest, and olive oil then served with a bright and refreshing salad made with fresh herbs, red onion, and lemon juice. You can grill them outside on the BBQ or inside on a stovetop grill pan, either way, they’re easy and delicious!

a rectangular baking tray filled with grilled lamb chops, fresh herbs and red onion

I loveeeee these grilled marinated lamb chops! The cumin in the marinade gives the chops and nice crusty char when they’re grilled. After grilling, the lamb gets topped with a bright a zesty salad with fresh mint, parsley leaves, cilantro, red onion, lemon juice, and olive oil. The flavors here are spectacular! I like to serve a Pasta Salad on the side or Mashed Root Vegetables with Caramelized Leeks.

BTW: This marinade works well with larger cuts of quick-cooking lamb, like shoulder chops or thinly sliced lamb leg. 

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s everything you’ll need to make Grilled Lamb Chops with Herb Salad: lamb rib chops, olive oil, cumin, garlic, lemons, parsley, cilantro mint, and, red onion.

recipe ingredients, a platter of lamb chops, lemons, herbs, red onion, cumin and olive oil

Recipe Step by Step

Step 1. Marinate the Lamb Chops

Whisk together the marinade then toss with the lamb chops. The meat should be marinated for at least and hour or up to overnight.

lamb chops marinating in olive oil in a  white ceramic baking dish

Step 2. Grill

Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. You can use an outdoor BBQ or stove-top grill pan. Grill the lamb chops to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest 5–10 minutes.

lamb chops of an indoor grill pan and a bowl of herb salad with red onion

Step 3. Mix the Salad and Serve

Toss the herbs and sliced onion with lemon juice and olive oil and a pinch of salt. Arrange the grilled lamb chops on a platter. Top with the salad. Serve immediately.

FAQs and Expert Tips

What is the difference between lamb rib chops and lamb loin chops?

Lamb rib chops are more tender, individual servings cut from a rack of lamb with one long rib bone attached. Lamb loin chops look like mini T-bone steaks. They’re cut from directly behind the ribs. You can use either rib chops or loin chops for this recipe.

How far ahead can I marinate the lamb chops?

For the best flavor, you want to marinate the lamb chops for at least an hour. They can however marinate longer, up to 24 hours!

a metal sheet pan with Grilled Lamb Chops with Herb Salad

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Grilled Lamb Chops with Herb Salad

These tender and juicy grilled lamb chops are marinated in garlic, cumin, lemon zest, and olive oil then served with a bright and refreshing salad made with fresh herbs, red onion, and lemon juice.
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Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 169kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 lamb chops (about 3 lb.)
  • 1/4 c olive oil
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 3 large cloves of garlic
  • 2 lemons
  • 1 c loosely packed parsley leaves
  • 1 c loosely packed fresh mint leaves
  • 1 c loosely packed cilantro leaves and stems
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • In a large bowl mix together the marinade; olive oil, cumin, zest from one lemon, and grated garlic.
  • Season both sides of lamb chops generously with salt and pepper then toss them with the marinade. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour or overnight.
  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Grill the lamb chops to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Let rest 5–10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, toss the sliced red onion, herbs, and juice from 1/2 a lemon with a pinch of salt and a few glugs of olive oil.
  • Arrange the grilled lamb chops on a platter. Top with herb salad. Serve immediately.

Notes

 
FAQs
  • What is the difference between rib chops and loin chops? Lamb rib chops are more tender, individual servings cut from a rack of lamb with one long rib bone attached. Lamb loin chops look like mini T-bone steaks. They’re cut from directly behind the ribs. You can use either rib chops or loin chops for this recipe.
  • How far ahead can I marinate the lamb chops? For the best flavor, you want to marinate the lamb chops for at least an hour. They can however marinate longer, up to 24 hours!
Storing + Reheating Leftovers:
  • Leftover ribs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in a preheated 350F oven for 5-10 minutes. 

Nutrition

Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 319mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2043IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 3mg
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  1. 5 stars
    This recipe worked beautifully with the three lb rack of lamb I bought for Easter dinner (grilled about 10 minutes per side) Paired with Creamed Onion Gratin. Delicious!