In this spin on the classic pairing of lamb and mint, the butterflied leg of lamb is rubbed with a garlicky, spicy mint pesto, which is also used to flavor a feta-herb salsa. The salsa makes a fantastic sandwich spread for any leftovers.
Active: 45 min
Total Time: 1 hr 45 min
1. In a food processor, pulse the mint with the parsley, garlic and crushed red pepper until finely chopped. Add 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and process to a coarse paste. Add the Parmesan and lemon zest and pulse to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Spread the lamb on a cutting board and, using a paring knife, poke the meat all over on both sides. Using your fingers, work 1/3 cup of the mint pesto into the slashes and crevices. Season the lamb generously with salt and pepper and transfer to a roasting pan. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
3. Meanwhile, transfer the remaining mint pesto to a bowl and stir in the feta and remaining 1/2 cup of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate.
4. Light a grill. Bring the marinated lamb to room temperature, about 1 hour, then brush it all over with olive oil. Season generously with salt and pepper and grill the lamb over a medium-high fire, turning occasionally, for about 20 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 125? (150? in the thinnest part). Transfer the lamb to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes. Thinly slice the lamb and serve with the feta salsa
Make Ahead
The feta salsa can be refrigerated overnight.
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (113g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 8 Servings | ||
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Calories: 365 | ||
Calories from Fat: 306 (84%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 34g | 45 % | |
Saturated Fat 12.2g | 61 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 17.9g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 2.6g | ||
Cholesterol 54.9mg | 17 % | |
Sodium 740.8mg | 26 % | |
Potassium 191.9mg | 5 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 5.4g | 2 % | |
Dietary Fiber 1.6g | 6 % | |
Sugars, other 3.8g | ||
Protein 11g | 16 % | |
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Calories per serving: 365
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