Wondering what to serve with lamb chops? We can help you find the perfect side dish!
We have searched the internet to find 23 of the best sides to serve with chops. There is something on our list for everyone, from a simple salad to hearty sweet potatoes.
Grilled Lamb Chops with Garlic and Lime
We even found an amazing radish salad that doesn’t even require any cooking! These side dishes for lamb are sure to make your dinner amazing.
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Best Side Dishes for Lamb Chops
It’s important to think about the texture and flavor of lamb when choosing a side dish. Lamb is quite hearty, so a lighter side is sometimes the best choice. The grassy, robust taste of the meat is great with lots of other flavors.
1. Simple Roasted Asparagus
A simple vegetable side dish is perfect next to lamb chops. Our easy asparagus recipe will add flavor and color to your plate.
Asparagus spears are tossed in olive oil, lime juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. The bright lime juice is great next to the gamey meat of the lamb chops.
Make this simple side dish in under 20 minutes.
2. Roasted Carrots
We love these simple oven-roasted carrots from Spend with Pennies. They are very easy to put together, and the bright orange color looks beautiful next to the dark brown meat.
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Peeled carrots are baked with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add some fresh chopped parsley after the carrots have roasted. The sweet and salty flavor of the roasted carrots is sure to be a family favorite.
3. Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
A bright green veggie not only makes your lamb dinner look appetizing but also adds lots of nutrition.
Our simple sauteed Brussels sprouts will add lots of nutritional benefits to your meal. Brussels sprouts are high in fiber, vitamin K, and antioxidants.
4. Green Beans with Parmesan Cheese
Green beans are a classic side dish to serve with lamb. We love the addition of parmesan cheese in this green bean recipe from Cafe Delites.
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Green beans are roasted in the oven with simple spices. Fresh garlic makes a huge impact on the flavor of the beans.
5. Baked Sweet Potato
Baked sweet potatoes are very easy to make but have a whole lot of flavor. The sweet and savory flavor goes well with salty lamb chops.
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We love this recipe for baked sweet potato from Skinny Taste. Prick each sweet potato with a fork to help steam escape as the potatoes cook. Roast in the oven until the potato is soft.
Top your sweet potatoes with your favorite potato toppings. A big piece of butter or a dollop of sour cream are all good options.
6. Greek Salad
Lamb chops are quite popular in Greece. Pairing lamb chops with a delicious Greek salad is a wonderful idea.
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Use this recipe from Love and Lemons to create the perfect Greek Salad.
Tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, and fresh mint make the salad irresistible. Spread a mint jelly over the lamb to make an even more cohesive meal.
7. Mint Apple Sauce
Mint jelly is often paired with lamb chops. There is something about the vibrant flavors of the herb that really compliments the grassy meat perfectly.
Try this mint applesauce from Downshiftology that only takes a few minutes to put together. You will immediately be impressed with the incredible flavor of the apple sauce. It is even better than classic jelly!
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8. Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Place your cooked lamb chops on top of a fluffy bed of mashed potatoes, and your meal is complete! Mashed potatoes and lamb chops are the perfect pair.
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Try this recipe for creamy mashed potatoes from Natasha’s Kitchen. Use russet potatoes, which are not too starchy. Whole milk and lots of butter create the perfect texture. These potatoes paired with caramelized lamb chops should be added to every holiday menu!
9. Spinach Salad
A tasty spinach salad is the answer to the question of what to serve with lamb chops. The fresh, light taste of spinach is wonderful alongside hearty lamb chops.
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This amazing spinach salad recipe from Mel’s Kitchen Cafe has sweet and spicy nuts that add an exciting flavor to the meal. Apples, feta cheese, and bacon round out the salad. The red wine vinaigrette ties the salad and lamb chops together perfectly.
10. Brussels Sprouts Gratin
Make these cheesy, creamy Brussels sprouts if you want a very hearty lamb chops dinner. This is one of the best side dishes to serve in the winter when you need something hot and filling!
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Roasted Brussels sprouts from The Chunky Chef are easy and incredible. Gruyere cheese and cheddar cheese compliment the roasted Brussels perfectly. A little ground black pepper and fresh parsley make the perfect, simple garnish.
11. Lemon Herb Couscous Salad
Couscous is a lovely, light pasta that is wonderful alongside lamb chops. We especially like this recipe from Inspired Taste for lemon herb couscous salad that is loaded with bright flavors.
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Couscous can be served hot or cold. This salad is a cold couscous which makes it refreshing and great for summer dinners. The light lemon dressing has the perfect amount of zesty flavor.
The recipe recommends using a blend of herbs in the salad. We suggest adding mint, which goes well with the lamb.
12. Garlic Parmesan Sugar Snap Peas
Crispy, crunchy sugar snap peas are a fantastic choice for what to serve with lamb chops. Green vegetables are always a good idea!
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Give this recipe from Diethood a try. Whole sugar snap peas are tossed in garlic-infused olive oil and parmesan cheese. The peas become crispy yet tender as they cook. The texture is perfect next to chewy lamb chops.
13. Roasted Broccoli
Looking for a healthy, easy side dish? This broccoli recipe from Recipe Tin Eats is exactly what you need to make.
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Broccoli is tossed with minced garlic, oil, and seasonings and roasted until crispy. A little parmesan is sprinkled over the top of the roasted broccoli. Lemon juice is the final touch to make the broccoli perfect.
The charred broccoli tastes great with lamb chops. Tangy lemon makes the dish memorable and irresistible.
14. Minted Asparagus with Lime
You may be surprised to learn that citrus tastes great with lamb chops. The bright, tangy flavors are delicious with grilled, meaty lamb.
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This minted asparagus with lime from Simply Recipes is one of the best side dishes for lamb that we have tried. It is full of unique flavors that we just can’t get enough of. If you are looking for exciting side dishes, give this one a try.
15. Radish Salad
Radishes have a lovely peppery taste that is delicious with lamb chops. Radishes are also such a pretty pink color that they are hard to resist!
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Give this recipe from Lemon Tree Dwelling a try. Uncooked radishes are thinly sliced and tossed with cucumber and onion slices. The vegetables are mixed with a white wine dressing and left to marinate.
Make this radish salad in advance to allow the veggies to marinate in the dressing. The longer the salad sits, the more flavors it will have!
16. Basmati Rice Pilaf
Still looking for the best sides for lamb? Why not try this Moroccan-inspired basmati rice pilaf? This recipe from Once Upon a Chef makes an incredible rice side dish for chops.
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Dried fruit and sliced almonds are mixed into the rice to give it a sweet taste and slightly crunchy texture. The cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric add a lot of spice. This is a wonderful side dish to make in the fall or winter.
17. Asparagus, Tomato, and Feta Salad
A refreshing salad tastes fantastic next to chops. This cold asparagus salad with sliced tomatoes and crumbled feta from Cooking Classy is one of the most delicious sides for lamb.
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The crisp asparagus has a lovely texture that compliments the chewy meat. Feta gives the dish a Greek twist that works well with any dinner. Dip the meat in the bold balsamic dressing to really tie the meal together.
18. Garlic Bread
A warm slice of garlic bread can be the perfect side for chops. This recipe for homemade garlic bread for the Recipe Critic is pure perfection.
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Butter and oil are slathered across french bread. Fresh garlic and herbs are sprinkled over the bread. A few minutes in the oven to warm and crisp, and this delicious bread is ready to eat!
Keep this side in mind as it goes well with almost any food out there.
19. Creamy Spinach
Spinach is one of the best side dishes for lamb. We especially love this creamy spinach with dill from The Kitchn. It is the perfect vegetable recipe to round out your dinner menu.
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Butter and heavy cream are the ingredients that give the vegetable its creamy texture. Chopped dill adds so many yummy tastes. Onions give a little bit of bite to the vegetable dish.
Make this recipe in the spring when dill is in season. It will make your dinner taste light and bright.
20. Moroccan Carrots
Moroccan carrots are a flavorful, healthy side to serve with your chops. They are full of vinegar and cumin. These carrots from Healthy Seasonal Recipes are easy to make ahead and serve chilled or hot.
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21. Cauliflower Rice
Cauliflower rice is incredibly flavorful without needing any extra seasonings. It is also quite quick to make. The Minimalist Baker will show you how!
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Pulse cauliflower florets in a food processor until it looks rice-like. Add some salt, a little onion powder, or even some cumin. Try using the same seasonings that you use on your lamb chops to spice up the rice.
22. Harissa Roasted Vegetables
Harissa is a fantastic sauce to use on your vegetables and lamb. Harissa paste, honey, oil, salt, and lemon juice make the sauce for the vegetables.
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Roast the veggies right before serving. This dish from Budget Bytes tastes best when hot and crisp.
23. Baked Lemon Pasta
Baked pasta is an interesting side to pair with lamb chops. This lemon pasta from The Pioneer Woman is incredibly bright and light for a dense, carb-loaded meal.
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Pop the pasta in the oven right before cooking your meat. The slightly caramelized noodles will quickly become your favorite side.
Incredible Side Dishes for Lamb Chops
If you love lamb chops, then you need a perfect side to make your dinner even better. These incredible sides for lamb will help you complete your meal in a flavorful, delicious way.
Let us know which recipes you like best! Enjoy.
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