Grilled Lamb Chops, Peaches, + Parmesan Mint Pesto

Last Updated June 4th, 2019 at 04:47 am by Lisa

Easy, elegant Grilled Lamb Chops (rubbed with seasoned mint salt), sweet juicy Peaches, and top with a fresh Parmesan Mint Pesto. Serve with cool drinks and a salad, and it’s a party everyone will remember…

How To Make Grilled Lamb Chops  & Peaches:

preheat your grill/gas grill to 400 degrees.

make the parmesan mint pesto: (this will top the grilled lamb chops)

1. In a mini food processor, (or finely chop on a cutting board): the mint, garlic, untoasted pine nuts, parmesan, and a pinch of salt.
2. Slowly add the olive oil to the moving food processor, (or mix in a small bowl if doing by hand).  
3. It should be thick and chunky like a paste, not drippy with olive oil. Set aside until your lamb and peaches are grilled.

make the seasoned mint salt rub:

1. Mix in mini food processor or chop finely on board. 
2. Rub the lamb chops generously with the seasoned mint salt rub on both sides (see below).

prepare the grilled peaches:

1. Wash and cut peaches in half, remove pits and place in a bowl.
2. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. 

The Difference Between Lamb Rib Chops & Lamb Loin Chops?

Lamb RIB Chops:

French trimmed lamb chops (used in this recipe), are elegant, and the meat is scraped from the ends of the rib bones. 

• Cut from the front half of the lamb rib section.
• Lamb Rib chops are a tender cut of lamb, with nice marbling.
• You can buy a full rack of ribs, and cut them into chops.
• One option is to cut them into single or double chops.
• Lamb Rib chops are sometimes called “Lollypops”

Lamb LOIN Chops:

• Lamb loin chops are cut from behind the rib chops and don’t have the rib bone.
• It is a rounder shaped lamb chop cut of delicate tenderloin, divided by a piece of bone.
• Lamb Loin chops don’t have the elegant rib bone (or lollypop shape)

Grill The Lamb Chops and Peaches: 

1. Place the lamb chops and peaches (cut side down) on the grill, and close the lid for 4-5 minutes. (for medium-rare 135 internal temp)
2. Carefully open the grill, and flip over the lamb chops and cook another 4-5 minutes until golden brown. 
3. Check the peaches, and remove from grill once they have nice grill marks on a platter.
4. Serve grilled lamb chops and grilled peaches arranged on a platter with parmesan mint pesto over each lamb chop.
5. Garnish with extra mint. Serve with cool drinks and a salad.
   

How To Grill Lamb Chops Medium Rare:

How Long to Grill Lamb Chops?

• Grill each lamb chop 4-5 minutes per side. 

What temperature for Grilled Lamb Chops?

• Grill at 400 degrees
• Until internal temperature 135 degrees for medium rare, or more well done if you prefer. 

What Sides Go With Lamb Chops:

• grilled peaches of course!
• grilled asparagus
• easy parmesan risotto
• refreshing watermelon mint salad
• make ahead mashed potatoes
• simple green salad with green goddess salad dressing

Here are some other great grilling recipes: 

• Grilled Pineapple Rum Glazed Beef Kabobs are easy to make ahead and throw on the grill.
• Huli Huli Chicken Pineapple Rice Bowls are perfect for entertaining.
• Grilled Lamb Gyro Wraps with Greek Tzatziki Sauce will be a hit at your grill party!
• Or these elegant Cabernet Rosemary Grilled Rack of Lamb and Watermelon Skewers…ready in 45 minutes!
• And, did you know you can bake on your grill? Try this amazing recipe for Grill Baked Blueberry Pie!

Take a look at all our Grilling and BBQ Recipes!

The summer always goes by so fast, let’s agree to grill and BBQ all summer long.

All The Best Dishes,

Lisa

XO

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Grilled Lamb Chops, Peaches + Parmesan Mint Pesto

Easy fresh outdoor grill entertaining for your party! Grilled Lamb Chops, Peaches, and Parmesan Mint Pesto. Serve with cool drinks and a salad. {Sponsored}

Course Dinner & Main Dishes

Cuisine American

Keyword mint pesto, pesto lamb

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Servings 4

Calories 921kcal

Author Lisa Hatfield

Ingredients

• 1   rack of lamb (French trimmed), cut into chops 8 chops
• 4 fresh peaches halved/pits removed
• 1 handful of mint sprigs for garnish

grilled peaches:

• 8 peach halves
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil

seasoned mint salt rub:

• 1/2 cup kosher sea salt
• 1/8 cup ground black pepper
• 15 fresh mint leaves
• 2 lemons zested

parmesan mint pesto: 

• 20 leaves fresh mint
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/4 cup un-toasted pine nuts
• 1/4 cup parmesan grated
• a pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup olive oil

US Customary – Metric

Instructions

preheat your grill to 400 degrees.

prepare the parmesan mint pesto:

• In a mini food processor, (or finely chop on a cutting board): the mint, garlic, untoasted pine nuts, parmesan, and a pinch of salt. 
• Slowly add the olive oil to the moving food processor, (or mix in a small bowl if doing by hand).  
• It should be thick and chunky like a paste, not drippy with olive oil. Set aside until your lamb chops and peaches are grilled.

prepare the lamb chops:

• Make the seasoned mint salt rub: mix salt, black pepper, mint leaves, and lemon zest in a mini food processor (or chop finely on board). Rub the lamb chops generously with the seasoned mint salt rub on both sides.

prepare the grilled peaches:

• Wash and cut peaches in half, remove pits and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.

grill the lamb chops and peaches:

• Place the lamb chops and peaches (cut side down) on the grill, and close the lid for 4-5 minutes.
• Carefully open the grill, and flip over the lamb chops and cook another 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
• Check the peaches, and remove from grill once they have nice grill marks to a platter. 
• Serve grilled lamb chops and grilled peaches arranged on a platter with parmesan mint pesto over each lamb chop.
• Garnish with extra mint. Serve with cool drinks and a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 4g | Calories: 921kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 71g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 14610mg | Potassium: 1237mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 34.5% | Vitamin C: 73.2% | Calcium: 15.7% | Iron: 23%

Set aside until your lamb and peaches are grilled.