Whole30 Herb-Crusted Roast Lamb Shoulder

Succulent, tender, and bursting with flavor, this Whole30 Herb-Crusted Roast Lamb Shoulder brings an elegant touch to your dinner table while staying compliant with your Whole30 goals. Coated in a fragrant blend of fresh rosemary, thyme, parsley, and zesty lemon, this 3-pound lamb shoulder is slow-roasted to perfection, creating a melt-in-your-mouth centerpiece for any occasion. A savory garlic-herb paste, infused with olive oil, black pepper, and sea salt, ensures every bite is as mouthwatering as the last. With a simple prep time of just 20 minutes and a hands-off cooking process, this recipe is ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself to a restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or cauliflower mash for a wholesome, flavorful dish that’s sure to delight. Perfect for special occasions or Sunday roasts, this lamb shoulder recipe is proof that eating healthy never has to compromise on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Lamb shoulder
• 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 5 large Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius).

Step 2

Pat the lamb shoulder dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.

Step 3

Chop the fresh rosemary, thyme, and parsley finely and place them in a small bowl.

Step 4

Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl with the herbs.

Step 5

Add the lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the herbs and garlic. Mix well to create a paste.

Step 6

Rub the herb paste evenly over the entire surface of the lamb shoulder, ensuring that all sides are covered.

Step 7

Place the lamb shoulder in a roasting pan or oven-safe dish.

Step 8

Cover the pan loosely with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.

Step 9

Roast the lamb for approximately 2 hours, checking occasionally to ensure it's cooking evenly.

Step 10

After 2 hours, remove the foil from the lamb and continue roasting for an additional 1 hour, or until the lamb is browned and tender.

Step 11

Once cooked, remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Step 12

Carve the lamb shoulder into slices and serve immediately alongside your favorite Whole30-compliant sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1460.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4238.0

Total Fat 330.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 134.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 1360.8mg	0%
Sodium 3541.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 290.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 342.4mg	0%
Iron 24.8mg	0%
Potassium 3933.1mg	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: 70.8%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 1.4%