Tarragon Marinated Lamb Chops With Pineapple Pecan Salsa Recipe

Bobby Flay-inspired grilling recipe! Juicy, tender baby lamb chops marinated in fragrant tarragon are perfectly complemented by a vibrant pineapple pecan salsa. This recipe makes a generous amount of salsa – enough for leftovers or to serve with grilled chicken or pork. Get ready for a flavor explosion! Prep time includes marinating.

Prep Time 240 mins
Cook Time 250 mins
Calories 1628.9 kcal
Protein 131g
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How to Make Tarragon Marinated Lamb Chops With Pineapple Pecan Salsa

  1. **Salsa (makes 2-2 1/2 cups):**
  2. Combine 1 cup diced fresh pineapple, 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a bowl.
  3. Just before serving, gently fold in 1/2 cup toasted pecan halves.
  4. Salsa may be refrigerated, covered, for up to 1 day. Serve at room temperature.
  5. **Lamb Chops:**
  6. In a large shallow baking dish, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon, and 2 cloves minced garlic.
  7. Add 4 (6-ounce) baby lamb chops and turn to coat thoroughly.
  8. Marinate in the refrigerator, covered, for 2-4 hours.
  9. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  10. Remove chops from marinade, discarding the marinade. Pat chops dry.
  11. Season lamb chops generously with salt and pepper.
  12. Grill chops for 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness. Adjust grilling time depending on desired doneness and chop thickness.
  13. Place grilled lamb chops on a serving platter and top with generous spoonfuls of pineapple pecan salsa.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

101g

Fat

244g

Carbs

12g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tarragon Marinated Lamb Chops With Pineapple Pecan Salsa?

Tarragon Marinated Lamb Chops With Pineapple Pecan Salsa takes about 490 minutes from start to finish — roughly 240 minutes to prepare and 250 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tarragon Marinated Lamb Chops With Pineapple Pecan Salsa?

Tarragon Marinated Lamb Chops With Pineapple Pecan Salsa has approximately 1628.9 calories per serving, with about 131 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 208 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tarragon Marinated Lamb Chops With Pineapple Pecan Salsa?

The key ingredients for Tarragon Marinated Lamb Chops With Pineapple Pecan Salsa are Pineapple, Red Onion, Balsamic Vinegar, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Tarragon, Flat Leaf Parsley. See the full list with measurements above.

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