ATOTK A Taste of the Kawarthas Spring 2022

Carol’s Kitchen

Grilled Lamb Chops with Mediterranean Salad

Nothing says spring like the first BBQ of the season! Tender grilled lamb loin, generously seasoned with (The Spice Co.) Plate O’S Greek Seasoning, paired with a colourful vegetable salad makes for a fast and flavourful meal. Serve with your favourite red or white wine (or beverage of choice!).

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

2 Lbs trimmed lamb loin chops

2 TBSP Olive Oil (plus 1/4 Cup for basting while on the grill)

3 TBSP (The Spice Co.) Plate O’s Greek Seasoning *

SALAD

4 ripe tomatoes, chopped

1 English cucumber, chopped

1 Yellow pepper, chopped

1 Small red onion, chopped

2 Ripe avocados, chopped just before serving

1/3 C Kalamata olives (pitted or whole)

1/3 C cubed Feta cheese

VINAIGRETTE

3 TBSP red wine vinegar

1/2 clove garlic, finely chopped

1/4 TSP lemon zest

1 TSP honey

1 TSP dried oregano

1/4 TSP Dijon mustard

1/4 TSP each, salt and pepper

GARNISH Fresh oregano and lemon slices

DIRECTIONS

1. Brush lamb chops with olive oil and season with Plate O’s Appetitive Greek Seasoning (The Spice Co). Refrigerate until ready to grill. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before grilling to bring to room temperature.

2. Combine all salad ingredients except avocado and feta cheese. Refrigerate.

3. Prepare vinaigrette by whisking all ingredients except olive oil in a large bowl. While continuing to whisk, slowly add olive oil until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Set aside.

4. Set grill to high direct heat and lightly oil grate. Grill chops until medium-rare, roughly 3-4 minutes per side. Baste with olive oil once or twice. Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes.

5. While lamb is resting - add vinaigrette, chopped avocado and feta to salad and gently toss.

6. Serve lamb and salad on individual plates and garnish with fresh oregano and lemon slices.

*Plate O’s Greek Seasoning can be purchased at www.thespiceco.ca or at Angle Iron Kitchen, 15 Charlotte St, Lakefield (705) 875-0428

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