Lamb Roast Recipe with Garlic and Rosemary
Indulge in this tender lamb roast infused with aromatic garlic and rosemary, perfect for any occasion. Experience a burst of flavors that will leave your guests delighted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bone-in lamb shoulder or leg (4–6 lbs)
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- A handful of fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Your Lamb: Pat dry the lamb with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper all over.
- Create Your Flavor Mix: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped rosemary, olive oil, and lemon juice.
- Massage the Lamb: Rub the garlic-rosemary mixture all over the lamb to ensure maximum flavor infusion.
- Roast the Lamb: Place the seasoned lamb in a roasting pan, adding any remaining garlic and rosemary around it. Roast for approximately 1 hour 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
- Rest Before Slicing: Remove from oven and let rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing to retain juiciness.
- Serve: Drizzle with pan juices and enjoy alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 5 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg