Spiced Lamb Chops with Chickpea Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
59%
Spiced Lamb Chops with Chickpea Salad
20 min.
4
1349kcal

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Are you ready to delight your taste buds with a dish that perfectly balances bold flavors and healthy ingredients? Our Spiced Lamb Chops with Chickpea Salad is an exceptional choice for those looking to elevate their lunch or dinner with a gourmet flair. This dish brings together tender lamb loin chops, beautifully spiced with a mix of coriander, cumin, and paprika, creating a succulent meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.

But the real star is the vibrant chickpea salad, bursting with freshness from ripe plum tomatoes, crisp red onion, and fragrant herbs like flat-leaf parsley and mint. Drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette and a touch of white wine vinegar, this salad adds a refreshing contrast to the rich flavors of the lamb. Not only is this dish gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also boasts impressive health benefits, making it a perfect option for health-conscious food lovers.

With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or any occasion where you want to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. At 1349 calories for four servings, you can enjoy this hearty meal that doesn't sacrifice flavor for health. Whether you’re gathering around the table for a family dinner or hosting friends, our Spiced Lamb Chops with Chickpea Salad is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • 15.5 ounce chickpeas canned
  • 0.8  flat-leaf parsley 
  • 0.8 cup mint leaves fresh
  • clove garlic crushed
  • tablespoon ground coriander 
  • tablespoon ground cumin 
  • teaspoon ground paprika 
  •  juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • pounds lamb loin chops 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  •  plum tomatoes 
  • small onion red thinly sliced into half-moons
  • teaspoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Drain the chickpeas. Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch-thick wedges. In a medium bowl, combine the chickpeas, tomatoes, onion, parsley, mint, 3 tablespoons of the oil, the lemon zest and juice, vinegar, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Toss and set aside. In a small bowl, combine the cumin, coriander, paprika, and the remaining salt and pepper. Lightly coat both sides of each chop with the spice mixture.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Place half the chops in the pan and brown for 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  4. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining chops.
  5. Serve with the chickpea salad.Tip: For bolder flavor, use hot or smoked paprika (available at gourmet stores).

Nutrition Facts

Calories1349kcal
Protein18.64%
Fat74.34%
Carbs7.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.83
Glycemic Load
5.37
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
41.666086735933%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
2.97mg
Hesperetin
1.94mg
Naringenin
0.53mg
Apigenin
0.88mg
Luteolin
1.1mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
5.98mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1348.74kcal
67.44%
Fat:111.12g
170.95%
Saturated Fat:42.75g
267.18%
Carbohydrates:23.62g
7.87%
Net Carbohydrates:15.94g
5.8%
Sugar:3.08g
3.42%
Cholesterol:251.74mg
83.91%
Sodium:1088.29mg
47.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:62.69g
125.38%
Vitamin B12:6.94µg
115.67%
Vitamin B3:22.86mg
114.3%
Selenium:67.2µg
95.99%
Zinc:9.78mg
65.22%
Phosphorus:650.61mg
65.06%
Manganese:1.3mg
64.76%
Vitamin B6:1.09mg
54.31%
Iron:8.96mg
49.76%
Vitamin B2:0.79mg
46.46%
Potassium:1191.73mg
34.05%
Magnesium:129.2mg
32.3%
Copper:0.64mg
31.84%
Vitamin B1:0.47mg
31.31%
Fiber:7.68g
30.73%
Folate:111.69µg
27.92%
Vitamin B5:2.62mg
26.2%
Vitamin E:3.68mg
24.56%
Vitamin A:1174.91IU
23.5%
Vitamin C:17.1mg
20.73%
Vitamin K:19.52µg
18.59%
Calcium:150.34mg
15.03%
Source:My Recipes