Lamb Chops with Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Name: Lamb Chops with Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lamb rib or shoulder chops (about 8 ounces each); Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt; 1 tablespoon minced shallot; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper; 1/2 pound orzo; 1 pound sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved crosswise; 2 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons finely grated; Parmesan cheese; (serves 4)

Servings: persons

4 lamb rib or shoulder chops (about 8 ounces each)
Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 tablespoon minced shallot
2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
1/2 pound orzo
1 pound sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved crosswise
2 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons finely grated
Parmesan cheese
(serves 4)

1
Season both sides of the lamb chops generously with salt and pepper.
2
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Cook the lamb (in two batches, if necessary) until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 140F for medium-rare, 4 to 6 minutes per side.
4
Let rest, covered, for 10 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, shallot, cilantro, and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
6
Serve with the lamb.
7
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the orzo for 5 minutes.
8
Add the peas and squash.
9
Cook until the orzo is al dente and the vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
10
Drain well; return to the pot.
11
Add the lemon juice, olive oil, and cheese.
12
Season generously with salt and pepper.
13
Toss to combine.

888

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lamb rib or shoulder chops (about 8 ounces each), Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt, and more.

Yes, Lamb Chops with Yogurt Sauce 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.

Lamb Chops with Yogurt Sauce

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