Lamb and Apple Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 4 oz lamb loin chops
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon peppers
• 4 cups arugula
• 1 medium apple
• 0.5 medium cucumber
• 0.25 small onion
• 0.5 medium bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons mint
• 2 tablespoons parsley

Instructions

1. 1Marinate lamb slices with olive oil, lemon zest, sea salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.
2. 2Grill or pan-sear lamb slices until cooked through (about 3-4 minutes per side).
3. 3While lamb is cooking, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup (if using), sea salt, and pepper.
4. 4In a large bowl, combine arugula, sliced apple, cucumber, red onion (rinsed), and bell pepper.
5. 5Add grilled lamb slices to the salad.
6. 6Drizzle with citrus vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
7. 7Garnish with fresh mint and parsley.