Cumin Lamb With Orzo Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

7 oz orzo (or other small pasta shape)
5 oz frozen peas
2 None zucchini, cut into thin ribbons
1/4 cup vegetable or olive oil
1 None lemon, zested and juiced
4 None lamb loin chops
1 tbsp ground cumin, plus 1 tsp
1/2 cup plain yogurt
3 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn
None None lemon wedges, to serve

Preparation

Cook orzo in boiling salted water for 8 mins. Add peas and zucchini. Cook for 2 mins, until tender. Drain then toss with oil, lemon zest and lemon juice. Season.
Meanwhile, heat a grill pan over high heat. Sprinkle lamb with 1 tbsp cumin. Season. Cook, turning once, for 8 mins for medium, or until cooked to your liking. Cover with foil and let rest for 5 mins.
Combine yogurt and remaining cumin in a bowl. Season. Add mint to orzo mixture. Serve lamb with orzo salad, cumin yogurt and lemon wedges.