Grilled Leg of Lamb

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
47%
Grilled Leg of Lamb
45 min.
8
288kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious, juicy, and flavorful main course for your next dinner gathering, look no further than this Grilled Leg of Lamb recipe! With a rich blend of savory herbs and spices, this dish will elevate any meal to a whole new level. The lamb is marinated in a mixture of Dijon mustard, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and lemon juice, infusing the meat with an irresistible combination of flavors that will make your taste buds dance.

Perfect for a family meal or a special occasion, this recipe is both gluten-free and dairy-free, ensuring that everyone at the table can enjoy it without any dietary concerns. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or just preparing a hearty lunch, this tender and succulent leg of lamb will certainly impress your guests.

The best part? It's easy to prepare and can be grilled to perfection in just around 45 minutes. The grilling process ensures the lamb develops a delicious smoky flavor while maintaining a juicy, tender texture inside. Once it’s off the grill, let it rest for a few minutes, and you’ll have a beautifully cooked piece of meat ready to be served alongside your favorite sides.

So fire up your grill and get ready to enjoy an unforgettable main dish that's sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  • teaspoons rosemary dried crushed
  • teaspoon thyme dried
  • tablespoons garlic minced
  • pound leg of lamb boneless trimmed
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • servings rosemary fresh
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons soya sauce 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Combine first 8 ingredients in a large heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; add lamb. Seal and chill 8 hours, turning occasionally.
  2. Prepare fire by piling charcoal or lava rocks on each side of grill, leaving center empty.
  3. Place a drip pan between coals. Coat food rack with cooking spray, and place on grill.
  4. Remove lamb from marinade, discarding marinade; place lamb on food rack over drip pan.
  5. Grill, covered with grill lid, 2 hours or until a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 14
  6. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 20 minutes or until meat thermometer registers 150 (medium-rare).
  7. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories288kcal
Protein64.53%
Fat32.03%
Carbs3.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.75
Glycemic Load
0.35
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
23.676521709432%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:288.03kcal
14.4%
Fat:9.93g
15.28%
Saturated Fat:3.49g
21.8%
Carbohydrates:2.4g
0.8%
Net Carbohydrates:1.83g
0.67%
Sugar:0.39g
0.43%
Cholesterol:137.17mg
45.72%
Sodium:737.59mg
32.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:45.03g
90.07%
Vitamin B12:5.79µg
96.45%
Selenium:52.77µg
75.39%
Vitamin B3:13.61mg
68.04%
Zinc:8.34mg
55.62%
Phosphorus:431.48mg
43.15%
Vitamin B2:0.55mg
32.54%
Iron:4.44mg
24.67%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.53%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
21.17%
Potassium:662.67mg
18.93%
Magnesium:64.81mg
16.2%
Vitamin B5:1.61mg
16.07%
Copper:0.29mg
14.7%
Folate:53.43µg
13.36%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.69%
Vitamin C:4.05mg
4.91%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.73%
Vitamin K:3.83µg
3.65%
Calcium:31.33mg
3.13%
Fiber:0.57g
2.28%
Source:My Recipes