ROAST LEG OF LAMB WITH SALSA VERDE

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     Lamb     Onion     Roast     Easter     Dinner     Lemon     Mint     Parsley     Capers     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/3 cup finely chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup salted capers, soaked in cold water 30 minutes, or brined capers, drained, chopped
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 5 1/2-pound boneless leg of lamb, butterflied, trimmed
1 tablespoon minced garlic

Steps:

  • Stir first 10 ingredients in large bowl for salsa verde. Place lamb on work surface, smooth-side down. Sprinkle lamb with salt and pepper, then garlic. Rub 1/4 cup salsa verde into lamb. Roll up lamb. Using kitchen string, tie lamb every 2-inches to hold together. (Lamb and salsa verde can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill. Let lamb and salsa verde stand at room temperature 1 hour before continuing.)
  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Place lamb on rack in roasting pan. Roast until thermometer inserted into thickest part of lamb registers 120°F for medium-rare, about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes. Transfer lamb to cutting board; remove kitchen string. Cut crosswise into thin slices. Arrange sliced lamb on platter. Spoon some salsa verde over. Serve lamb, passing remaining salsa alongside.

Suizey Suizey
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I made this for a special occasion and it was a hit. Everyone loved it!


John terry Bob sniper
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The lamb was amazing.


jason smith
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. It was delicious!


Bristy Khan
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This was the best roast leg of lamb I've ever had. Thank you!


Raees Khan
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This recipe is a keeper!


Sana Elahi
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I'll definitely be making this again. Thanks for the recipe!


Aj Williams
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Delicious!


keenya davis
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The lamb was cooked perfectly and the salsa verde was a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Cecil Hart
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This recipe was easy to follow and the lamb turned out great. The salsa verde was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'll definitely be making this again.


penny hill
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The lamb was a bit dry, but the salsa verde was delicious. I'll try cooking the lamb for a shorter amount of time next time.


Md idris Rana
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This was my first time cooking lamb, and I was really happy with the results. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the salsa verde was a great addition. I'll definitely be making this again.


Kids Stuff
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I've made this roast leg of lamb several times now, and it's always a winner. The lamb is always cooked perfectly, and the salsa verde is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Saku Rai
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This roast leg of lamb was a hit at my dinner party! The meat was tender and juicy, and the salsa verde was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.