Description
This Roast Leg of Lamb with Mint Sauce is a classic British dish, featuring tender, juicy lamb infused with rosemary, garlic, and lemon zest. The homemade mint sauce adds a fresh, tangy contrast, making this a perfect centerpiece for your next dinner. Ideal for healthy dinner recipes, high-protein meals, and quick dinner ideas.
Ingredients
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For the Lamb:
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
- 1/2 small bunch fresh rosemary, half the leaves chopped
- 1 lemon, zest only
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2kg (4.5 lbs) quality leg of lamb
- Salt, to taste
For the Mint Sauce:
- 20g (1/2 cup) fresh mint leaves
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp hot water
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 4 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
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Prepare the Lamb:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mortar and pestle, combine chopped rosemary, crushed garlic, coarse salt, lemon zest, and olive oil. Mash into a paste.
- Rub the mixture all over the leg of lamb.
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Roast the Lamb:
- Place the lamb in a roasting pan and cook for 1 hour 15 minutes for medium-rare or 1 hour 30 minutes for well-done.
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Make the Mint Sauce:
- Blend mint leaves, honey, salt, hot water, white wine vinegar, and olive oil in a food processor until smooth.
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Rest and Serve:
- Once the lamb is done, remove it from the oven and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
- Let it rest for 20 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with the mint sauce on the side.
Notes
- For extra tenderness, marinate the lamb with the seasoning mix overnight.
- Pair with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 402
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg