An Easy and Quick Meal of Lamb, Cucumber, and Tahini
Lamb Chops with Cucumber Mint Salad and Sweet and Smoky Tahini
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It’s a busy week as I prepare for Easter menu planning and a big work project, and while I’m focused on them, I’ll be cooking easy and quick meals all week to free up my time. This week’s new recipe is about considering time and convenience and taking advantage of our pantries.
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Let’s get cooking!
Lamb Chops with Cucumber Mint Salad and Sweet and Smoky Tahini
Disclaimer: This delicious recipe is made in partnership with The American Lamb Board. All opinions expressed are solely my own.
If you’re looking for a quick meal with tons of flavor, try my grilled lamb loin chops. There’s a quick cucumber salad and a sweet and smoky tahini dressing that accompanies the lamb, and you won’t be disappointed.
What Lamb to Use
I prefer lamb loin chops for this recipe because they cook fast and don’t need long marination times. However, if you want to plan, marinate the lamb and leave it in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Shoulder chops are another option; 1 in/2.5 cm thick pieces are ideal.
For the Cucumber Salad
Because cucumbers are loaded with water, I make the salad a few minutes before serving and rarely like to store leftovers. A watery cucumber salad is a very sad thing. I use store-bought smoked almonds; they impart a delicious crunchy texture to the salad and a mild smoky aroma to compliment the flavors in the tahini dressing.
For the Sweet and Smoky Tahini Dressing
The most important thing before you begin preparing this dressing, stir the tahini in the jar properly. The paste of ground sesame seeds sinks and separates from the oil during storage, and you want that sesame goodness in your dressing. If you want this hotter, add some ground cayenne.
Why Cook With American Lamb?
American lamb is simply the best. It’s got a smooth and buttery flavor, and it’s raised locally. Having visited several ranches and farms, I’ve seen the care and effort that American farmers and ranchers put towards raising their animals. When you buy American lamb, you’re supporting the families of the farmers and workers.
Have a lovely week, and stay tuned for my Easter special menu that comes out later this week,
xx
Nik