Bruschetta with Grilled American Lamb Tenderloin

Recipe provided by | Executive Chef Joachim Buchner

Servings: 4

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INGREDIENTS

Lamb Tenderloins

4 American Lamb tenderloins

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 garlic clove, thinly sliced

thyme, picked pinch

1 sprig parsley, chopped

1 sprig mint, chopped

salt and pepper to taste

Bruschetta

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

3 garlic cloves, finely minced

16 slices,focaccia or rustic bread 1/2-inch thick

1 cup prepared hummus

16 fresh basil leaves

16 roasted plum tomatoes, quartered

1/2 red onion, minced

5 ounces feta cheese

olives as needed






DIRECTIONS

METHOD:

For Lamb Tenderloins:  Combine olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper.  Pat lamb dry and rub with mixture. Place lamb in plastic bag; refrigerate for at least 1 hour.  Grill or sauté tenderloins over high heat to desired doneness, about 2 minutes on each side.

For Bruschetta:  Mix olive oil and minced garlic; brush onto both side of bread slices.  Grill until golden. Spread hummus on bread; top with basil, tomatoes and a thick slice of lamb tenderloin. Garnish with onion, feta crumbles and olives.

Recipe and image provided by the American Lamb Board