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Lamb Loin - Grilled or Roasted to Perfection

This Lamb Loin is a super easy, special dish for any occasion, in under an hour. Grill it in the summer months, or roast it in the oven any time of the year.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 133 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds lamb loin roast
  • 2 bulbs roasted garlic
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary chopped
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil only if roasting in oven
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt or kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Let the roast come to room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat grill or oven to 350°F.
  3. Rub the roasted garlic all around the inside of the lamb roast. See the notes below for instructions on roasting garlic.
  4. Sprinkle the inside with herbs. Season the inside with salt and pepper.
  5. Roll up tightly. Season the outside with salt and pepper.
  6. Truss with kitchen string. (see the article above.)
  7. Brown the roast on all sides. If cooking inside, add a bit of olive oil to the pan.
  8. Once browned move the roast to the side of the grill without a burner on. (indirect grill)
  9. If roasting in the oven, once roast is browned, place roast in a large roasting pan on a roasting rack in oven to finish (or use cast iron or oven safe pan to sear).
  10. Cook until temperature is about 135°F for medium rare.

Notes

  • This recipe will work for boneless lamb loins and bone-in lamb loins. For bone in rub garlic and herbs on the outside. Bone- in loins will take more time to reach doneness temperature.
  • It's very important to let the lamb come to room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Always let the meat rest on a cutting board for at least 15 minutes before cutting slices.
  • Optional herbs;
  • Garnish with rosemary and thyme sprigs.
  • To Roast Garlic
  • Cut the top off of an entire garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Sprinkle it with salt and olive oil. Wrap the head of garlic in aluminum foil. Roast in the oven or the grill for about 45 minutes until the garlic is very soft.
  • fresh thyme
  • fresh sage

Nutrition Information

Calories 133kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 56mg (19%) Sodium 59mg (2%) Potassium 245mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 175IU (4%) Vitamin C 2.6mg (3%) Calcium 15mg (2%) Iron 1.8mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 133

% Daily Value*

Calories 133kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 59mg 2%
Potassium 245mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 175IU 4%
Vitamin C 2.6mg 3%
Calcium 15mg 2%
Iron 1.8mg 10%

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