Grilled Leg of Lamb with Feta and Herb Salsa

Grilled Leg of Lamb with Feta and Herb Salsa
Servings: 8
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe By: Grace Parisi 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 left

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. mint leaves 1 1/2 c. flat-leaf parsley leaves 6 clove garlic 3/4 tsp. crushed red pepper 3/4 c. (plus 2 tablespoons) extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 c. (plus 2 tablespoons) freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 butterflied leg of lamb 1 lb. feta cheese

Instructions

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. 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. 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. 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 degrees F (150 degrees F 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. Cooking Club Tip: A butterflied (cut so it's flattened) leg of lamb cooks faster and more consistently than a leg left as a very thick piece. If you're not sure how to butterfly, ask your butcher to do it for you.

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