Seared Lamb Loin Chops

Seared Lamb Loin Chops and Fennel, Avocado & Grapefruit Salad

I love lamb loin chops so I was really excited to try this.  The lemon really brought out the flavor of the lamb.  This is the first recipe that I have to warn you about, be careful with the salad, the grapefruit really takes over the taste.  So I would only use 1/2 to 1/4 of the grapefruit.

Seared Lamb Loin Chops

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 (4 oz) lamb loin chops
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt,
• 1 teaspoon pepper

1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium- high heat.
2. Rub lamb chops evenly with parsley, lemon rind, salt and pepper.
3. Cook chops, in batches, 4 minutes per side or to desired degree of doneness.

Fennel, Avocado and Grapefruit Salad

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 large avocado, peeled, pitted and cut into chunks
• 1 large fennel bulb, thinly sliced
• 1 large grapefruit, peeled and divided into sections
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper

1. Combine oil and lemon juice in a large bowl; whisk until well blended.
2. Add avocado, fennel, and grapefruit.
3. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Toss gently to coat.