Lamb Chops with Farro & Arugula
Like most proteins out there, a little salt, pepper and olive oil can be all you need to make a flavorful (and healthy!) meal. Lamb is loaded with nutrients, and can be sourced locally in many parts of the country. De-lish!
Servings Prep Time
4people 10minutes
Cook Time
20minutes
Servings Prep Time
4people 10minutes
Cook Time
20minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Spray with cooking spray.
  2. Sprinkle both sides of lamb chops with 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper.
  3. Add lamb chops to grill or grill pan; cook for 5 minutes on each side. Remove from pan and allow lamb to rest for 5 minutes (the lamb will continue to cook as it rests).
  4. Cook farro according to package instructions. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
  5. Combine remaining salt & pepper and remaining 6 ingredients (through thyme) in small bowl. Whisk to combine the vinaigrette.
  6. Layer arugula & farro in shallow bowl. Add half of the dressing and toss to coat.
  7. Divide arugula & farro on plates and serve topped with lamb chops. Drizzle with remaining vinaigrette.
Recipe Notes

A few notes:

1. Farro is a grain, and can be found in the grocery aisle with items like rice, quinoa and other grains.  It’s great in salads or as an alternative to rice in many recipes.

2. In this recipe, I used 2 different cuts of lamb chops to determine which one was better for this recipe.  In my (OK, our–my husband had a vote, too) opinion, we liked the lollipop chops better than the alternative cut.  It had better flavor and grilled more evenly.

3. In the winter months when the idea of hanging around outside next to the grill is not on the top of your to-do list, a grill pan works like a charm.  I LOVE my Staub grill pan.  We use it for everything under the sun when the sun is actually hiding.  You can get yours by clicking on the link here or to the right of this post.