Pan-Seared Lamb Chops With Mint Over Greens Recipe

Name: Pan-Seared Lamb Chops With Mint Over Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup of fresh mint, minced (NOT dried); 1/4 cup flat-leaf Italian parsley, minced (NOT dried); 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled (myzithra is good, too!); 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped; 2 lbs lamb rib chops (8 chops) or 2 lbs lamb loin chops, cut 1-inch thick (8 chops); 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 5 cups mixed greens (mezclun); Garnish; good quality extra virgin olive oil; fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1/4 cup of fresh mint, minced (NOT dried)
1/4 cup flat-leaf Italian parsley, minced (NOT dried)
1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled (myzithra is good, too!)
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped
2 lbs lamb rib chops (8 chops) or 2 lbs lamb loin chops, cut 1-inch thick (8 chops)
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
5 cups mixed greens (mezclun)
Garnish
good quality extra virgin olive oil
fresh lemon juice

1
Dry roast nuts in pan, being careful not to burn and set aside to cool.
2
In a small bowl, combine the fresh mint, parsley, feta, and nuts. Set aside.
3
Trim all fat from lamb chops. Rub the chops with about 2 teaspoons of olive oil (I use a pastry brush), salt and pepper.
4
Preheat a large fry pan over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the lamb chops to the pan. Cook over medium heat 8-10 minutes, turning chops halfway through cooking. Do not move or stir the chops until ready to flip over at the halfway mark.
5
Cook chops until well-browned and a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chop measures 145 degrees.
6
Garnish each chop with the mint/cheese mixture. Divide the salad greens on 4 plates and drizzle with a little bit of olive oil and lemon juice. Arrange the warm lamb chops on each plate.
7
Serve immediately with shiraz and crusty bread! Don't forget the mood lighting!

780

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup of fresh mint, minced (NOT dried), 1/4 cup flat-leaf Italian parsley, minced (NOT dried), 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled (myzithra is good, too!), 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped, and more.

Yes, Pan-Seared Lamb Chops With Mint Over Greens 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pan-Seared Lamb Chops With Mint Over Greens

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