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    Home » Dairy Free Keto » Lamb Chops with Lemony Gremolata

    Published: Apr 25, 2017 · Modified: Jun 29, 2022 by Carolyn

    Lamb Chops with Lemony Gremolata

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    Looking for an easy and elegant spring meal? Look no further than these pan-seared lamb chops with lemon herb gremolata. A wonderful low carb keto recipe. 

    Easy pan-seared lamb chops are perfect with the bright flavour of gremolata. LCHF Keto Banting Recipe

    I made some very important life decisions the other day. Very important. The sort of decisions that really change the course of one’s life. For one, I decided I needed to start wearing more lipstick. I picked my daughter up at a friend’s house and my friend came out wearing her glasses and bright pink lipstick, with no other makeup. And it struck me how nice that looked, so I was inspired to head to the store and grab a bright colour for myself. I am not much of a makeup person at all but I managed to pick a colour that really suited me. Just a little mascara and that lipstick and I feel much more put together somehow. The other very important decision was to start cooking lamb at home more often because it’s one of my favourite foods. See what I mean? Very important decisions. The sort that really change the course of one’s life.

    Delectable low carb pan-seared lamb chops.

    Really, though, about that lamb. I took my mission so much to heart that I actually had lamb every day last week. I am not kidding. I’d purchased a gorgeous locally raised leg of lamb for Easter dinner and there was quite a bit of it leftover. We made a second dinner out of it and then I just ate a slice here and there for lunch throughout the week. Then I was inspired to make these easy but elegant lamb rib chops with a light, fresh gremolata. In case you’ve never heard of it, gremolata is a simple Italian condiment made of parsley, lemon zest, and garlic. That’s it, three ingredients just minced together very finely. It’s light and lemon-y and very fresh tasting, perfect for pairing with spring lamb. Lamb is such rich, flavourful meat and it’s so often paired with rosemary and garlic. Which is lovely, of course, but I found that the brightness of the gremolata really offset the rich lamb nicely.

    My new favorite dinner. Pan Seared Lamb Chops with Lemony Gremolata. Low carb and keto recipe.

    Lamb can intimidate people because they think it’s difficult to cook. But nothing could be further from the truth. It’s one of those meats that practically cooks itself and all you have to do is add in the seasonings and watch the time so you don’t overcook it. The American Lamb I purchased at my local New Seasons (raised by Umpqua Valley Farms) was so tender and juicy and I hardly did anything to it. I really can’t take much credit for how well it turned out, both the roast and the chops. It’s also so nice to know that the lamb was locally raised and not shipped in frozen from New Zealand. American lamb is a fantastic choice for consumers, as it’s raised in every state in the US.

    Keto lamb chops with a bright parsley lemon topping. Perfect low carb spring meal.

    If you’re looking to be inspired more by lamb and all the great meals you can make with it, check out American Lamb for hundreds of recipes. Also be sure to follow their delectable Instagram account at Fan of Lamb. Although there really may be no bigger fan of lamb than me…

    Delicious pan-seared lamb chops topped with a simple gremolata. LCHF Keto recipe.

    Lamb Chops with Lemony Gremolata

    Looking for an easy and elegant spring meal? Look no further than these pan-seared lamb chops with lemon herb gremolata. A wonderful low carb keto recipe.
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Marinating Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 8 lamb chops
    Calories: 331kcal

    Ingredients

    Gremolata:

    • 1 cup parsley leaves loosely packed
    • Grated zest of 2 lemons
    • 2 cloves garlic minced or pressed

    Lamb Chops:

    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • Juice of 1 lemon
    • 2 tablespoon gremolata
    • Salt and pepper
    • 1 rack of lamb cut into individual chops 8 rib chops
    • 2 tablespoon avocado oil

    Instructions

    Gremolata:

    • On a cutting board, mince the parsley leaves finely. Add the lemon zest and garlic cloves and mince the whole mixture together a few times. Transfer to a bowl.

    Lamb Chops:

    • In a large sealable plastic bag, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of the gremolata, salt, and pepper. Add the chops and toss in the bag to coat well with the marinade.
    • Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours. Remove and let come to room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
    • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add the chops in a single layer and cook to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium rare.
    • Serve chops topped with additional gremolata.

    Notes

    Serves 4. Each serving has 1.25g NET CARBS. Food energy: 331kcal Total fat: 31.28g Calories from fat: 281 Cholesterol: 62mg Carbohydrate: 1.95g Total dietary fiber: 0.70g Protein: 13.60g
    Nutrition Facts
    Lamb Chops with Lemony Gremolata
    Amount Per Serving (2 chops)
    Calories 331 Calories from Fat 282
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 31.28g48%
    Cholesterol 62mg21%
    Carbohydrates 1.95g1%
    Fiber 0.7g3%
    Protein 13.6g27%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Kim Beaulieu says

      May 02, 2017 at 1:50 am

      These are absolutely perfect. I love lamb chops. The gremolata is fabulous.

      Reply
    2. Sue-On Hillman says

      April 30, 2017 at 5:42 am

      We love lamb and it’s great to have a reminder that gremolata is great in place of mint sauce.
      Thank you also for including the nutritional values for your recipes.
      You’ve given us many choices for low-carb eating. Thank you!

      Reply
    3. Cookin Canuck says

      April 28, 2017 at 10:02 am

      Eating a bit of lamb everyday sounds like a very good thing to me (that, and the bright lipstick – I need to do the same). We are a house full of lamb lover over heres, which means that I definitely need to make this!

      Reply
    4. Kelly @ Nosh and Nourish says

      April 25, 2017 at 6:12 pm

      Love your big life decisions 🙂 I too, should probably find a nice bright lipstick… instead of the clear chapstick I usually sport. <3

      Reply
    5. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says

      April 25, 2017 at 5:16 pm

      So very lovely. Our oldest daughter is hugely in love with lamb – I’d love to make this for her!

      Reply
    6. The Food Hunter says

      April 25, 2017 at 4:16 pm

      these lamb chops look spectacular

      Reply
    7. Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says

      April 25, 2017 at 3:58 pm

      I wish my husband would eat lamb cuz this looks absolutely delicious! Hey, more for me 🙂

      Reply
    8. Alyssa | EverydayMaven says

      April 25, 2017 at 11:23 am

      Love it! Cheers to liptstick, delicious looking lamb and this gremolata. Pinning now!

      Reply
    9. Candace @ Cabot says

      April 25, 2017 at 7:58 am

      Gremolata makes grilled meat greater…thanks for this delicious reminder!

      Reply
    10. Dianne Toniolo says

      April 25, 2017 at 7:52 am

      Your blog and recipes are truly inspirational! You make adopting a low carb lifestyle much easier than it might be! Thanks for this…

      Reply

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