Mediterranean Diet Herb-Crusted Baked Lamb

Elevate your dinner table with this Mediterranean Diet Herb-Crusted Baked Lamb, a vibrant and flavor-packed dish perfect for elegant gatherings or a refined weeknight meal. This recipe combines tender, juicy racks of lamb with a fragrant crust of fresh parsley, mint, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and zesty lemon, all bound together by a touch of Dijon mustard and golden breadcrumbs. Perfectly roasted to medium-rare in just 25 minutes, this show-stopping centerpiece embodies the heart of Mediterranean cuisine with its herbaceous aromas, easy preparation, and wholesome ingredients like olive oil and fresh herbs. Serve this mouthwatering lamb alongside roasted vegetables or a light Greek salad for a meal that’s as nutritious as it is irresistibly delicious. Keywords: Mediterranean Diet, herb-crusted lamb, baked lamb, rack of lamb recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 racks (approximately 1.5 pounds each) rack of lamb
• 0.5 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh rosemary leaves
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh thyme leaves
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon, freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Prepare the lamb by trimming any excess fat from the racks. Pat them dry with paper towels, then set aside.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, mint, rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, and lemon zest.

Step 4

Add the lemon juice and olive oil to the herb mixture and stir to form a paste.

Step 5

Season the lamb racks on both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Use a silicone brush to coat the meaty side of each lamb rack with Dijon mustard. This will help the herb crust to adhere.

Step 7

Evenly spread the herb mixture over the mustard-coated lamb racks, pressing gently to ensure it sticks.

Step 8

Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the herb-covered surface of the lamb, gently pressing them down to form a cohesive crust.

Step 9

Place the lamb racks, herb-side up, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.

Step 10

Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 20 to 25 minutes for medium-rare, or until a meat thermometer reads 135°F (57°C) internally. Adjust the time according to your desired level of doneness.

Step 11

Once cooked, remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before carving.

Step 12

To serve, slice between the individual ribs, garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1651.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4368.6

Total Fat 351.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 139.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 1115.2mg	0%
Sodium 4795.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 237.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 312.2mg	0%
Iron 32.3mg	0%
Potassium 3908.0mg	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: 72.6%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 5.7%