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Lamb Shoulder Chops

Succulent lamb shoulder chops marinated and grilled to perfection, served with a side of roasted vegetables.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Lamb Chops
  • 4 pieces lamb shoulder chops bone-in
Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 lemon juice freshly squeezed
Vegetables
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion

Method
 

Marinate the Lamb
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well.
  2. Add lamb shoulder chops to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Prepare the Grill
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Toss mixed vegetables with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Grill the Lamb and Vegetables
  1. Remove lamb from the marinade and let excess drip off. Grill lamb chops for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145?F (medium rare).
  2. During the last 10 minutes of grilling, add the mixed vegetables to the grill, turning occasionally until tender.
Serve
  1. Remove lamb chops from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with grilled vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the lamb chops overnight.

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