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Take your taste buds to Syria with this Grilled Lamb Salad with Muhammara. It’s got everything, from grilled lamb loin chops to fresh herbs to hearty grains, all atop a layer of creamy muhammara. And in addition to a whole lot of flavor, you’ll get protein, fiber and a rainbow of nutrient-rich ingredients in every bite thanks to the Mediterranean staples used to make this bright, colorful meal.

We love muhammara, which is a dip or spread made with roasted red peppers, pomegranate molasses and walnuts. It’s used in a variety of ways both in Syria and throughout the Middle Eastern region – and it’s actually a relative of a Spanish romesco sauce. While a classic romesco is made with tomatoes, red bell peppers, almonds, olive oil and garlic,  muhammara is made with just slightly different ingredients. And the final product is savory, sweet and a little smoky. It’s incredibly versatile, too. While we love smearing it across a plate filled with veggies and proteins, it’s also delicious as  for crunchy veg and freshly-made pita,  on a mezze board or used as a topping for savory dishes.

One key ingredient to the vibrant color and punch of flavor in the muhammara that’s paired with this Grilled Lamb Salad? Pomegranate molasses. If you don’t have any pomegranate molasses in your pantry, it’s  for many Mediterranean-inspired meals. Pomegranate molasses has a tart, fruity flavor that’s only slightly sweet. You can look for it at specialty food stores and Middle Eastern grocery stores. Better yet, you can make your own with .

Grilled Lamb Salad with Muhammara, Herbs and Pomegranate

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