Description
Indulge in tender lamb chops marinated with fragrant rosemary and garlic, paired with fluffy couscous for a quick, elegant meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lamb chops (well-marbled)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup instant couscous
- 1 1/4 cups water or broth (for added flavor)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, fresh rosemary, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add lamb chops and toss until well coated. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Bring water or broth to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in couscous and a pinch of salt. Cover and remove from heat, allowing it to sit for 5 minutes.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. If needed, add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Place marinated lamb chops in the hot skillet without overcrowding. Sear for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer lamb chops onto a plate or cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Fluff couscous with a fork and serve alongside lamb chops. Drizzle any leftover pan juices over the dish for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamb chop with couscous (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Swap couscous for quinoa or rice if preferred. Add cherry tomatoes or spinach to enhance nutrition and color. Experiment with herbs like thyme or oregano for a unique twist.