Zesty Greek Lamb Chops with Whipped Feta & Pomegranate
This Week 41 highlight features succulent lamb chops served over a cloud-like whipped feta cream. It is a vibrant, exciting dinner that balances rich savory flavors with fresh pomegranate and mint, making it a true standout for any weeknight feast.
In short
Zesty Greek Lamb Chops with Whipped Feta & Pomegranate takes about 30 minutes (10 min prep, 20 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 10 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Lamb chops12 pcs
- Feta cheese200 g
- Greek yogurt100 g
- Garlic cloves, minced3 stk
- Dried oregano1 tbsp
- Lemon, juiced1 stk
- Olive oil2 tbsp
- Pomegranate seeds50 g
- Cucumber, finely diced0.5 stk
- Fresh mint leaves1 handful
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, toss the lamb chops with olive oil, dried oregano, minced garlic, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Let it sit while you prepare the base.
- 2
Place the feta cheese and Greek yogurt in a food processor or blender. Blitz until completely smooth and creamy, then spread it evenly across a large serving platter.
- 3
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over high heat. Sear the lamb chops for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, ensuring a nice golden crust forms.
- 4
Arrange the hot lamb chops on top of the whipped feta. Sprinkle with diced cucumber, pomegranate seeds, and fresh mint leaves. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything before serving.
Questions and answers
How long does Zesty Greek Lamb Chops with Whipped Feta & Pomegranate take?
About 30 minutes in total: 10 minutes prep and 20 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 10 ingredients: Lamb chops, Feta cheese, Greek yogurt, Garlic cloves, minced, Dried oregano, Lemon, juiced …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
