Grilled Honey-And-Garlic Lamb Rack With Orzo Salad

Name: Grilled Honey-And-Garlic Lamb Rack With Orzo Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 australian lamb racks, frenched; MARINADE; 1 1/2 cups red wine; 2 tablespoons honey; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; ORZO SALAD; 1 lb orzo pasta; 2 ears fresh corn, cooked; 1 lemon, juice and zest of; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup black olives, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 australian lamb racks, frenched
MARINADE
1 1/2 cups red wine
2 tablespoons honey
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
ORZO SALAD
1 lb orzo pasta
2 ears fresh corn, cooked
1 lemon, juice and zest of
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup black olives, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1
Combine the marinade ingredients and mix well.
2
Pour marinade into a large flat glass or ceramic dish. Add the lamb, turning to coat all sides.
3
Marinate in the refrigerator, meat side down, for 2-3 hours or overnight.
4
To make orzo salad, cook pasta according to directions on packet and drain well.
5
While allowing orzo to cool slightly, cut the kernels from the fresh corn.
6
Combine pasta, corn, juice, zest and remaining ingredients in a large bowl, toss well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7
Remove the meat from the marinade and pat dry.
8
Place the marinade in a small pan and bring to a boil. It is important that the mixture comes to a rapid boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid starts to thicken slightly and become glossy. Keep warm.
9
Heat grill to medium high, and cook the lamb racks for 5-6 minutes each side for medium-rare, or as desired. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
10
Spoon orzo salad onto a large platter and place whole racks on top, or separate lamb into 3-4 chop portions and serve on individual plates.
11
Spoon glaze over and serve with a green salad.

827

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 australian lamb racks, frenched, MARINADE, 1 1/2 cups red wine, 2 tablespoons honey, and more.

Yes, Grilled Honey-And-Garlic Lamb Rack With Orzo Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!