Broiled Lamb Chops With Lemon-Arugula Pesto Recipe

Name: Broiled Lamb Chops With Lemon-Arugula Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 (4-ounce) lean lamb loin chops, trimmed; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; Cooking spray; 1 lemon; 1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted; 2 garlic cloves; 4 cups baby arugula leaves; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

8 (4-ounce) lean lamb loin chops, trimmed
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
Cooking spray
1 lemon
1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
2 garlic cloves
4 cups baby arugula leaves
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons water

1
Preheat broiler.
2
Sprinkle lamb evenly with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Arrange lamb in a single layer on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray; broil 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness.
3
While lamb broils, grate 1 teaspoon lemon rind; squeeze juice from lemon to measure 2 teaspoons.
4
Place pine nuts and garlic in a blender or food processor; process until minced. Add lemon rind, lemon juice, arugula, oil, 2 tablespoons water, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; process until smooth. Serve with lamb.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 (4-ounce) lean lamb loin chops, trimmed, 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided, Cooking spray, and more.

Yes, Broiled Lamb Chops With Lemon-Arugula Pesto falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broiled Lamb Chops With Lemon-Arugula Pesto

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