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Lamb chops with cherry salsa

Recipe Information

Description:
Lamb chops with cherry salsa is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Lamb; Cherries
Category Meat; Fruit
Meal Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Grilling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 3 cups pitted and chopped cherries

  • 2 thinly sliced green onions

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

  • 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño pepper

  • 2 teaspoons lime juice

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 2 pounds bone-in lamb loin chops

  • 1/2 teaspoon lime zest

Directions

  • For the cherry salsa, mix the cherries, jalapeño, green onions, lime juice, mint, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Set aside.

  • Rub 1/4 teaspoon salt and the lime zest onto the lamb chops.

  • Grill the lamb chops over medium heat for 5-6 minutes per side (cook longer if medium or well-done meat is desired).

  • Spoon cherry salsa over grilled lamb, and serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 490 cal

  • Total fat: 30g

  • Saturated fat: 13g

  • Cholesterol: 130mg

  • Sodium: 400mg

  • Carbohydrate: 19g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 34g