Grilled Lamb Chops with Greek Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
44%
Grilled Lamb Chops with Greek Salad
20 min.
4
411kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Grilled Lamb Chops accompanied by a vibrant Greek Salad. This gluten-free dish bursts with flavor and freshness, making it an ideal choice for a quick and satisfying meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's perfect for casual lunches or elegant dinners with family and friends.

The succulent lamb chops are seasoned to perfection and grilled to your desired doneness, locking in their rich, savory juices. Pairing them with a colorful Greek salad transforms this meal into a refreshing feast. The salad features ripe cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and briny kalamata olives, all enhanced by the crumbly feta cheese and aromatic fresh oregano. Tossed together in a light olive oil and lemon dressing, it offers a perfect balance of flavors that complements the tender lamb beautifully.

With just a handful of simple ingredients, this recipe showcases how easy it can be to create a gourmet dining experience at home. At only 411 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free option that doesn't compromise on taste. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this elegant yet easy meal that promises to impress, leaving everyone craving more. Dive into the delightful tastes of the Mediterranean and elevate your dining experience with Grilled Lamb Chops and Greek Salad!

Ingredients

  • cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5  cucumber peeled thinly sliced
  • ounces feta crumbled
  • 0.3 cup kalamata black pitted halved
  • lb lamb shoulder-blade chops 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • cups salad greens mixed
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • tablespoon oregano fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 small onion red thinly sliced
  • servings salt and pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • grill
  • aluminum foil
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Preheat a gas grill on high, covered, for 10 minutes, then turn heat to medium. Pat lamb chops dry with paper towels and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Grill, turning once, until cooked to desired doneness, 8 to 10 minutes total for medium-rare.
  2. Remove chops from grill, tent with foil and let rest on a cutting board or plate for 5 minutes.
  3. While lamb chops are cooking, toss greens, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, onion, oil and lemon juice in a large bowl. Divide salad among 4 plates. Top each plate with a chop, sprinkle salad with cheese and oregano and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories411kcal
Protein32.46%
Fat59.88%
Carbs7.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.5
Glycemic Load
0.46
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
25.166956437671%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:411.49kcal
20.57%
Fat:27.45g
42.23%
Saturated Fat:7.62g
47.62%
Carbohydrates:7.9g
2.63%
Net Carbohydrates:6.35g
2.31%
Sugar:1.94g
2.16%
Cholesterol:110.37mg
36.79%
Sodium:736.81mg
32.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.47g
66.95%
Vitamin B12:4.17µg
69.57%
Selenium:36.36µg
51.95%
Vitamin B3:9.53mg
47.66%
Zinc:6.88mg
45.85%
Phosphorus:391.51mg
39.15%
Vitamin C:30.24mg
36.66%
Vitamin B2:0.58mg
33.85%
Vitamin A:1273.52IU
25.47%
Iron:4.07mg
22.63%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
22.18%
Folate:86.14µg
21.54%
Vitamin E:3.18mg
21.2%
Potassium:727.61mg
20.79%
Vitamin K:20.21µg
19.25%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.46%
Calcium:169.59mg
16.96%
Magnesium:61.94mg
15.49%
Vitamin B5:1.5mg
14.96%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.83%
Copper:0.29mg
14.6%
Fiber:1.55g
6.22%
Source:My Recipes