Lamb Roast with Rosemary and Garlic

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Lamb Roast with Rosemary and Garlic is a classic savory dish featuring a cut of lamb (often leg or shoulder) slow-roasted with fresh rosemary, garlic, and olive oil until tender and aromatic. It is a staple of Mediterranean and Western European cuisines, particularly celebrated in British, Italian, and Greek culinary traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and healthy fats, providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 400-600 calories depending on the cut and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	0.5 g
Sodium	700 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Zinc	6 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Selenium	40 mcg
Niacin (B3)	10 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg

Per 1 serving (200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's often associated with Sunday family dinners or festive occasions, and nutritionally, lamb is one of the few red meats rich in conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which has been studied for its potential health benefits.