Lamb Chops With Barley Salad and Tomato Dressing

Name: Lamb Chops With Barley Salad and Tomato Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅔ cup pearl barley; 2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 4 small lamb loin chops, 1 inch thick; 2 small cucumbers, seeded and chopped; ½ cup red pepper, cut into thin rings; ½ cup sweet onion, chopped; ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped; 4 cups mixed lettuce greens; salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

⅔ cup pearl barley
2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 small lamb loin chops, 1 inch thick
2 small cucumbers, seeded and chopped
½ cup red pepper, cut into thin rings
½ cup sweet onion, chopped
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
4 cups mixed lettuce greens
salt & freshly ground black pepper

1
Prepare barley according to package directions; rinse, drain, and set aside.
2
Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, combine tomatoes, vinegar, garlic, cinnamon, 1 teaspoon pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
3
Process until smooth, then drizzle in olive oil; set aside 1/4 cup to brush on lamb chops.
4
Brush lamb chops with reserved dressing, then season with salt and pepper.
5
Broil lamb 5 to 7 minutes per side until internal meat thermometer registers 160 degrees F.
6
In a large bowl, combine barley, cucumber, red pepper rings, onion and parsley.
7
Toss with 3/4 cup tomato vinaigrette.
8
To serve, top flat breads with lettuce greens, barley salad, and lamb chop; pass remaining vinaigrette.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅔ cup pearl barley, 2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Lamb Chops With Barley Salad and Tomato Dressing falls under the Salads 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!