New Zealand Lamb Cutlets
New Zealand Lamb Cutlets are premium, tender chops from the rib section of grass-fed lambs, prized for their delicate flavor and fine marbling. They are typically seasoned simply with herbs like rosemary and garlic, then grilled, pan-seared, or barbecued to highlight their natural taste. This dish is a culinary staple in New Zealand and is celebrated globally for its quality.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-protein, low-carbohydrate option, providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, particularly B12. A typical serving of two cooked cutlets (about 150g of meat) contains roughly 350-400 calories, with the majority coming from protein and healthy fats.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 370 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 27 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 80 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.5 µg |
| Zinc | 5.5 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Selenium | 35 µg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
Per 2 cutlets, cooked (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
New Zealand lamb is unique due to the country's extensive pastoral farming system, where lambs are predominantly grass-fed year-round, which contributes to a distinct, clean flavor and a favorable fatty acid profile. Nutritionally, it's an excellent source of heme iron, which is more easily absorbed by the body than plant-based iron.
