Grilled rack of lamb with honey and chilli salad, charred and served as a bold centre-piece dish.

Grilled Lamb Rack with Honey & Chilli Salad

This grilled rack of lamb is all about big flavour and proper balance. Sweet honey, gentle heat from chilli, and a clean char from the grill come together to let the lamb do the talking. If you’re searching for a rack of lamb recipe for the grill, this is a confident, no-nonsense way to cook lamb that delivers depth, colour, and serious presence on the plate. It’s a recipe built for sharing — bold, generous, and made to be enjoyed.

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

Add all 6 ingredients (£63.10 total)

Rack of Lamb (French-Trimmed) (300g) x2

Rack of Lamb (French-Trimmed) (300g) x2

600g rack of lamb

£48.00
Dunns River Mixed Spice 70g

Dunns River Mixed Spice 70g

Use - 30g 

£1.50
Coconut Oil (250ml)

Coconut Oil (250ml)

1 tbsp coconut oil

£5.00
The Black Farmer Honey 227g

The Black Farmer Honey 227g

Use - 30g

£6.40
Dunns River All Purpose Seasoning 100g

Dunns River All Purpose Seasoning 100g

1 tbsp all-purpose seasoning

£1.10
Dunn Rivers, Dried Thyme 40g

Dunn Rivers, Dried Thyme 40g

1 tbsp 

£1.10

Additional Ingredients

  • Rosemary - 1 tbsp
  • Coarse Salt - to taste
  • Mixed Leaves - 100g washed
  • Rainbow Tomatoes - 10, cut in half

Method

Step 1 - Prepare the Lamb Rack

Preheat your grill to a high temperature. Trim any excess fat from the lamb rack to ensure even cooking. Cut the rack into individual chops and place them in a bowl. Season the lamb with thyme, rosemary, mixed spice, all-purpose seasoning, a pinch of salt, and 10g of coconut oil. Massage the seasoning into the lamb chops to ensure they are evenly coated.

Step 2 - Grill the Lamb

Place the seasoned lamb chops on the hot grill. Grill each chop for 2 minutes on each side to achieve a nice char. Using tongs, press down on the lamb chops to render the fat and create a crispy exterior. Remove the lamb from the grill and set aside to rest for 2 minutes, allowing the juices to redistribute.

Step 3 - Prepare the Salad

In a large bowl, combine the mixed leaves and halved rainbow tomatoes. Drizzle with honey & chilli dressing and add a pinch of salt. Toss the salad gently to ensure it is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 4 - Assemble and Serve

Arrange the grilled lamb chops on a serving platter. Garnish with the prepared honey & chilli salad on the side. Serve immediately and enjoy the perfect balance of succulent lamb and refreshing salad.

Serving suggestion

For the best dining experience, serve the grilled lamb rack with a side of roasted potatoes or a warm grain salad. This dish pairs beautifully with a robust red wine such as a Cabernet Sauvignon or a Merlot to complement the rich flavours of the lamb.

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By featuring this Grilled Lamb Rack with Honey & Chilli Salad, you're choosing a meal that combines simplicity and sophistication, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special family dinner. Experience the unique flavours of The Black Farmer and elevate your home cooking today!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Absolutely. Rack of lamb is a centre-piece cut, and grilling gives it big flavour fast — ideal when you want impact on the table without spending all day cooking.

  • Yes. You can prep the salad components in advance and bring them together just before serving so it stays fresh and crisp.

  • This dish suits sides that don’t fight the flavour — think simple, fresh, and BBQ-friendly. The salad already brings sweetness and heat, so keep accompaniments clean and balanced.

  • Use a two-stage grill approach: sear for colour, then move to lower heat to finish. Resting the lamb before slicing also helps keep it juicy.

  • Yes — this recipe is built for the grill. You’ll cook the lamb over heat to develop colour and flavour, then finish more gently so it cooks through evenly.

  • A strong grilled rack of lamb recipe balances char from the grill with sweet and heat. This recipe delivers exactly that, pairing grilled lamb with a honey and chilli salad for contrast and freshness.