Recipes

Greek-Style Leg of Lamb

Name: Greek-Style Leg of Lamb
Total time: 375 min
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 onion, coarsely chopped; 1 garlic clove; 2 dill sprigs; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, in one piece; Salt and freshly ground pepper

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By Melissa Rubel Jacobson

Updated on April 16, 2019

Greek-Style Leg of Lamb — This Mediterranean-inspired dish pairs well with a dark, cherry-flavored Cabernet Franc. Photo: © Con Poulos

Active Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

6 hrs 15 mins

Yield:

4

Ingredients

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 onion, coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove
2 dill sprigs
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, in one piece
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

In a blender, puree the oil, onion, garlic, dill, lemon juice, zest and oregano. In a baking dish, pour the marinade over the lamb and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 1 hour before cooking. Light a grill. Scrape off the marinade and season the lamb with salt and pepper. Grill over moderate heat for 28 minutes, turning once, until medium-rare. Transfer to a surface and let rest for 10 minutes. Slice the lamb against the grain and serve.

Suggested Pairing

A dark, cherry-flavored, peppery Chinon.