BBQ Lamb with Avocado Chimichurri (Printable)
Juicy grilled lamb chops topped with a zesty avocado chimichurri sauce
# What you'll need:
→ For the Lamb
01 - 8 small lamb chops (about 1.75 lbs total)
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1 tsp ground cumin
06 - 1 tsp sea salt
07 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ For the Avocado Chimichurri Dressing
08 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
09 - 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
10 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
11 - ¼ cup fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped (or 2 tbsp dried oregano)
12 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
13 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped
14 - 1 red chili, deseeded and finely chopped (optional for heat)
15 - 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
16 - ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
17 - Juice of ½ lemon
18 - ½ tsp sea salt
19 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
02 - In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Rub this marinade evenly over the lamb chops. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
03 - While the lamb marinates, prepare the avocado chimichurri: In a food processor or blender, combine avocado, parsley, cilantro, oregano, garlic, shallot, chili (if using), red wine vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until well combined but still slightly chunky. Adjust seasoning to taste.
04 - Grill the lamb chops for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
05 - Serve the lamb chops topped generously with avocado chimichurri dressing.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The avocado transforms chimichurri into something velvety and luxurious
- Grilled lamb and herb sauce together cook faster than youd think
02 -
- Lamb keeps cooking after it leaves the grill, so pull it slightly before your desired doneness
- The chimichurri will brown if made too far ahead, add the avocado right before serving
03 -
- Pat the lamb dry before applying the rub for better sear
- Warm your plates slightly so the sauce stays luscious longer