A beautifully plated dish with a golden-brown, roasted lamb at the center, surrounded by a vibrant array of smoky chickpeas, complemented by fresh garnishes of thyme and lemon slices. The juices from the roasted lamb create an enticing, glossy surface, promising a savory succulence beneath. Various shades of brown, contrasting with the splash of lemon yellow and green thyme, make the dish instagrammable.

Roasted Thyme Lamb with Smoky Chickpeas

Name: Roasted Thyme Lamb with Smoky Chickpeas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1.1 lbs lamb chops; 2 tablespoons fresh thyme finely chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 can canned chickpeas drained and rinsed; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 2 cloves garlic cloves minced; 1 lemon lemon cut into slices; to taste salt; to taste black pepper

Tender lamb with aromatic thyme and smoky chickpeas.

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 35 minutes

Style Spanish

Technique Roasting

Diet Friendly High-Protein

Daily recipe · October 18, 2024

A little about this dish

This exciting dish puts a delightful modern twist on traditional Spanish cuisine with the classic seasonal flavors of thyme and roasted vegetables. The aromatic thyme not only adds a light touch to the roasted lamb but also complements the umami taste of the chickpeas.

Ingredients (for 2)

Lamb chops — 1.1 lbs
Fresh thyme — 2 tablespoons — finely chopped
Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
Canned chickpeas — 1 can — drained and rinsed
Smoked paprika — 1 teaspoon
Garlic cloves — 2 cloves — minced
Lemon — 1 lemon — cut into slices
Salt — to taste
Black pepper — to taste

Preparation

Step 1 — 🔥⏲️🔝

Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
Step 2 — 🥩💧🌿

Drizzle the lamb chops with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt, pepper, and freshly chopped thyme.
Step 3 — 🥩🔥⏲️

Place lamb chops in the oven and roast for 30-35 minutes, or until golden and cooked to your liking.
Step 4 — 🍳🔥🧄

While the lamb is roasting, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat in a skillet. Add the garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant. Add the chickpeas and smoked paprika, stir to combine. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chickpeas are crispy and golden.
Step 5 — 🍽️🥩🍋

Serve the roasted lamb with smoky chickpeas, garnished with fresh thyme and lemon slices.

A final fox tip

For a vegetarian option, replace lamb with a hearty mix of seasonal vegetables like butternut squash, beetroot, and zucchini. The thyme also pairs well with these vegetables, and the smoked chickpeas add a delicious crunch that veggie lovers will appreciate.