Lamb Loin with Herb Crust
Lamb Loin with Herb Crust is a savory main course featuring tender cuts of lamb loin coated in a fragrant mixture of fresh herbs, garlic, and breadcrumbs, then roasted to perfection. It is a classic dish in European cuisine, particularly popular in British, French, and Mediterranean cooking, where it is often served for special occasions or Sunday roasts.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, particularly B12. A typical serving contains approximately 450-550 calories, depending on the cut of lamb and the amount of herb crust used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 490 kcal |
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 34 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Zinc | 6.2 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.8 µg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Phosphorus | 290 mg |
| Selenium | 32 µg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 9.5 mg |
Per 1 serving (150 g lamb loin + 30 g herb crust) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, herb-crusted lamb is a staple in Mediterranean diets, where herbs like rosemary and thyme are believed to aid digestion and add antioxidant properties. Nutritionally, lamb is one of the richest sources of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), a fatty acid linked to various health benefits.
