Roasted Lamb Riblets
Roasted lamb riblets are a savory, tender dish made from small, meaty cuts of lamb ribs, typically seasoned with herbs like rosemary, garlic, and thyme, then slow-roasted until caramelized. This preparation is popular in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines, where lamb is a staple, and the dish is often served as an appetizer or main course.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
The dish is high in protein and fat, providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a rough calorie estimate of 400-500 kcal per serving depending on preparation.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 35 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Zinc | 6 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
Per 4 riblets (about 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Lamb riblets are culturally significant in many pastoral societies, symbolizing hospitality and celebration, and nutritionally, they offer a dense source of heme iron, which is more easily absorbed by the body than plant-based iron.
