Roll of Lamb with Swiss Chard Recipe

This melt-in-your-mouth roll of lamb with Swiss chard is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner. The combination of flavorful lamb and healthy Swiss chard creates an unforgettable taste.

Ingredients

• 8 lamb chops, boneless
• 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed and washed
• 1/2 cup pine nuts
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Take a sharp knife and slice each lamb chop horizontally, until it is 1/4 inch thick. Flatten each chop with a meat mallet.
3. Place the Swiss chard leaves in boiling water and cook until wilted. Drain and let it cool.
4. In a large bowl, mix together pine nuts, garlic, parsley, mint, olive oil, and lemon juice.
5. Add salt and pepper to taste.
6. Take each chop and place a small amount of the pine nut mixture in the center. Add a few leaves of Swiss chard on top.
7. Roll up the lamb chop tightly and secure with toothpicks.
8. Repeat this step with the rest of the lamb chops.
9. Heat a skillet over high heat and sear each lamb roll, until browned on all sides.
10. Transfer the skillet to the oven and let it roast for about 15-20 minutes, or until the lamb is cooked to your liking.
11. Let the lamb rolls rest for 5 minutes.
12. Remove the toothpicks and slice the lamb rolls into rounds.
13. Serve with your favorite side dishes such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes and enjoy!

Verdict

If you want to impress your guests with a delicious and elegant dish, this roll of lamb with Swiss chard is the way to go. It may look complicated, but it’s actually simple to prepare. The flavors of the lamb and the Swiss chard work perfectly together and the pine nut mixture adds a nice crunch. The dish is both hearty and healthy, so it’s a win-win situation.

Serving Suggestions

You can serve this dish with your favorite side dishes. I recommend roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice pilaf. A glass of red wine would be the perfect accompaniment to this dish. Bon appétit!