Lamb Chops with Mint Almond Pesto

Ingredients

• 0.3 cup almonds toasted sliced
• 1.5 cups mint leaves fresh packed
• 1  juice of lemon 
• 4 servings kosher salt 
• 12  lamb rib chops 
• 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin plus more for grilling
• 4 servings freshly cracked pepper black
• 2 tablespoons water 

Equipment

• food processor
• bowl
• grill
• grill pan

Directions

1. Watch how to make this recipe.
2. Put the mint, almonds, zest, and a pinch of salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. With the motor running, add the lemon juice and slowly drizzle in the oil until thick and smooth.
3. Add about 2 tablespoons water until a thick but spreadable paste forms; continue adding water until desired consistency. Taste pesto and season with additional salt and pepper, to taste.
4. Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Generously drizzle the lamb chops with oil and season well with salt and pepper. Grill, turning once, 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare; remove to a serving platter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
5. Serve the grilled chops with mint pesto drizzled over the top.