Lamb Chops with Mint Pesto

Name: Lamb Chops with Mint Pesto
Ingredients: 8 frenched lamb rib chops (about 2 pounds); Olive oil, for brushing; Kosher saltand freshly ground black pepper; Mint Pesto, recipe follows; 2 cups fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped; 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and cooled; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons lemon zest