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Garlic Rosemary Roasted Leg of Lamb
4.5 from 12 votes

Garlic Rosemary Roasted Leg of Lamb

Leg of lamb roasted to juicy perfection, seasoned simply with fresh rosemary and garlic is a showstopper perfect for any feast table.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
3 hrs
Total Time
3 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 387 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3.5 kg (7lb) leg of lamb
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp rosemary finely chopped, fresh
  • 8 garlic finely chopped/crushed (+ more for roasting, cloves
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 onion quartered
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 160°C/320°F.
  2. Finely chop the rosemary and garlic then mix with the olive oil.
  3. Season the lamb on both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Brush the garlic mixture over the lamb.
  5. Place in a roasting dish and add the onion, lemon slices, whole garlic cloves and rosemary sprigs.
  6. Pour in a cup of water (you can use stock too) then cover tightly with foil. 
  7. Place in the oven and allow to roast for 25-30 minutes per 500g (1lb) for medium-rare to medium meat.
  8. For the final 30 minutes, remove the foil and turn the heat of the oven up to 200ºC/390ºF and roast until the lamb is golden brown. 
  9. Once cooked, remove the lamb from the oven and allow to rest, loosely covered with foil, for at least 20 minutes. Carve with a sharp knife and serve. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 387kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 60g (120%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 187mg (62%) Sodium 571mg (24%) Potassium 895mg (19%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 13IU (0%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 30mg (3%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 387

% Daily Value*

Calories 387kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 60g 120%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 187mg 62%
Sodium 571mg 24%
Potassium 895mg 19%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 13IU 0%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 30mg 3%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.