Lamb Marinade

Transform your lamb dishes into a masterpiece with this irresistible lamb marinade recipe, bursting with vibrant Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Featuring a bold combination of extra virgin olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, garlic, and a hint of citrusy lemon juice and zest, this marinade infuses your lamb with aromatic depth and tenderizes it to perfection. A touch of Dijon mustard, honey, and warm spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika create a savory-sweet balance that complements the natural richness of lamb. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy yet sophisticated marinade is ideal for lamb chops, leg, or shoulder, making it perfect for grilling, roasting, or pan-searing. Marinate your lamb for at least two hours—preferably overnight—for an unforgettable dining experience that delivers bold flavor in every bite. Your next crowd-pleasing meal starts here!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and honey. Whisk until well combined.

Step 2

Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Continue whisking until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the marinade.

Step 3

Place your lamb (such as chops, leg, or shoulder) in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the lamb, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.

Step 4

Seal the bag tightly or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate the lamb for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully infuse.

Step 5

When ready to cook, remove the lamb from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes. This ensures even cooking.

Step 6

Cook the lamb according to your preferred method (grill, roast, or pan-sear) until it reaches your desired level of doneness.

Step 7

Enjoy your perfectly marinated and flavorful lamb with your favorite side dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(158.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	629.0

Total Fat 60.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2715.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 2.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 85.9mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 243.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.3%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 17.4%