Description
Tender and flavorful, this Herb-Stuffed Leg of Lamb is a show-stopping centerpiece for any special occasion. The lamb is butterflied, filled with a fragrant herb mixture, and roasted to perfection. Serve this Mediterranean-inspired dish to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Lamb:
- 1 boneless leg of lamb (about 4–5 lbs), butterflied
Herb Mixture:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- kitchen twine for tying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the herb mixture: In a small bowl, combine garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff and roll the lamb: Spread the butterflied lamb open, season with herb mixture, roll tightly, and secure with kitchen twine.
- Roast the lamb: Place the lamb in a roasting pan and roast for 1 to 1 hour 20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
- Rest and slice: Remove from the oven, cover with foil, and let rest for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- You can prepare the lamb ahead to intensify flavors.
- For a crispy exterior, sear the lamb before roasting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
