Grilled Lamb with Avocado and Pomegranate Glaze
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite dishes to make when I want something that feels fancy but comes together in less than an hour. Grilled lamb chops get a gorgeous caramelized crust, then I top them with a silky avocado and pomegranate glaze that's both sweet and tangy. Pomegranate molasses is packed with antioxidants that support heart health, and the best part is you probably have most of these ingredients already. The whole meal takes just 45 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for weeknight entertaining or a special dinner that doesn't require hours in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 8lamb chops(1.5 inches thick)
- 2avocados(ripe)
- 3 tablespoonspomegranate molasses
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil(divided)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 tablespoonsfresh lime juice
- 118 mlpomegranate seeds
- 59 mlfresh cilantro(chopped)
- ½red onion(finely diced)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- ½ teaspooncumin
- 2 tablespoonsfresh mint(chopped)
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Instructions
- 1
Pat the lamb chops dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and cumin. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes to allow seasoning to penetrate.
Tip: Bringing lamb to room temperature ensures even cooking throughout.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, and pomegranate molasses. Set aside as your glaze.
Tip: Prepare the glaze while waiting for lamb to reach room temperature.
- 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Tip: Clean, oiled grates create better grill marks and prevent sticking.
- 4
Place lamb chops on the hot grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side for medium-rare, basting with the pomegranate glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking on each side.
Tip: Avoid moving the chops too much—let them develop a nice crust.
- 5
While the lamb cooks, prepare the avocado salsa by halving the avocados, removing the pit, and scooping the flesh into a bowl. Mash gently with a fork, leaving some small chunks.
Tip: Don't overmix the avocado or it will become too smooth and mushy.
- 6
Fold the lime juice, pomegranate seeds, cilantro, red onion, mint, and remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the mashed avocado. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tip: Add lime juice immediately to prevent the avocado from browning.
- 7
Transfer the grilled lamb chops to a serving platter and let rest for 3-4 minutes before serving.
Tip: Resting allows juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist and tender.
- 8
Top each lamb chop generously with the avocado and pomegranate salsa just before serving, garnishing with additional cilantro and pomegranate seeds if desired.
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