Pesto Lamb Chops

Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Pesto Lamb Chops
45 min.
4
253kcal

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If you're looking to impress your family or guests with a quick yet gourmet meal, look no further than these delightful Pesto Lamb Chops. This dish is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor that will awaken your taste buds. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can craft a beautiful plate of succulent lamb loin chops, beautifully infused with vibrant pesto.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the harmony of its ingredients. Featuring tender lamb chops paired with the aromatic taste of commercial pesto, this dish is a wonderfully easy way to elevate your weeknight dinners or special occasions. You can serve it alongside fluffy couscous, which absorbs the flavors of the pesto, completing the dish with a satisfying texture and a comforting base.

Additionally, the roasted tomatoes add a pop of color and a sweet contrast to the savory lamb, creating a perfectly balanced meal. Whether you're adhering to a dairy-free lifestyle or just looking for a lighter yet fulfilling option, these Pesto Lamb Chops deliver a guilt-free indulgence that's rich in flavor and nutrition. So fire up your broiler and get ready to savor a delicious dining experience that will transport you straight to the Mediterranean!

Ingredients

  • cup couscous uncooked
  • cup less-sodium chicken broth fat-free
  • ounce lamb loin chops trimmed
  • 2.5 tablespoons commercial pesto divided
  •  tomatoes cut in half crosswise ( 1 pound)

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • broiler
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Bring broth to a boil in a medium saucepan; gradually stir in couscous.
  3. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes or until done. Fluff with a fork.
  4. While couscous stands, spread 2 tablespoons pesto over both sides of lamb.
  5. Spread 1 1/2 teaspoons pesto over cut sides of tomatoes.
  6. Place lamb and tomatoes on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 5 minutes; turn lamb chops, and broil an additional 5 minutes or until desired degree of doneness.
  7. Serve with couscous.

Nutrition Facts

Calories253kcal
Protein20.49%
Fat20.45%
Carbs59.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.75
Glycemic Load
20.99
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.0908695407536%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.42mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:252.78kcal
12.64%
Fat:5.65g
8.69%
Saturated Fat:1.27g
7.95%
Carbohydrates:36.71g
12.24%
Net Carbohydrates:33.66g
12.24%
Sugar:2g
2.23%
Cholesterol:19.46mg
6.49%
Sodium:346.44mg
15.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.74g
25.47%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.03%
Vitamin B3:4.04mg
20.18%
Phosphorus:148.39mg
14.84%
Vitamin A:701.29IU
14.03%
Vitamin B12:0.74µg
12.33%
Fiber:3.05g
12.2%
Selenium:7.94µg
11.34%
Vitamin C:8.43mg
10.21%
Copper:0.19mg
9.51%
Zinc:1.38mg
9.19%
Potassium:312.82mg
8.94%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.94%
Magnesium:34.02mg
8.5%
Vitamin B5:0.85mg
8.48%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.65%
Iron:1.31mg
7.27%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.21%
Folate:25.25µg
6.31%
Vitamin K:4.86µg
4.63%
Calcium:37.3mg
3.73%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.57%
Source:My Recipes