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Grilled Leg of Lamb with Garlic and Lemon

Grilled Leg of Lamb with Garlic and Lemon: Juicy Perfection

Enjoy a flavorful Grilled Leg of Lamb with Garlic and Lemon, perfect for gatherings and dietary needs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 49 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil substitute with avocado oil for different flavor
  • 1/4 cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice lime juice can be used in a pinch
  • 6 cloves Garlic Cloves fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano swap with dried mint or fresh herbs like rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt use table salt if necessary, adjust quantity
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper white pepper can be used as milder alternative
For the Lamb
  • 4.5-5 lbs Butterflied Boneless Leg of Lamb the centerpiece of the dish

Equipment

  • grill
  • Medium bowl
  • seal-able plastic bag
  • skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, crushed garlic cloves, dried oregano, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined. Pour the marinade into a sealable plastic bag and set aside while you prepare the lamb.
  2. Carefully place the butterflied boneless leg of lamb into the marinade bag, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Seal the bag, pressing out excess air, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, ideally 24 hours.
  3. About 30 minutes before grilling, prepare your grill for direct heat. If using charcoal, light the coals and let them burn until covered with gray ash. For gas grills, set the burners to moderate heat.
  4. Retrieve the marinated lamb from the refrigerator and remove it from the bag, discarding the marinade. Thread the lamb onto skewers, spacing the pieces about 2 inches apart.
  5. Place the skewered lamb on the hot grill. Cover the grill and cook for approximately 8 to 14 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 125-128°F for medium-rare.
  6. Once the lamb has reached desired doneness, carefully remove it from the grill. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and let it rest for 20 minutes.
  7. After resting, slice the lamb against the grain into thick, juicy pieces. Arrange the slices on a serving platter alongside grilled lemon halves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 305mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin C: 2mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate for a full 24 hours for enhanced flavor. Use an instant-read thermometer for doneness, aiming for 125-128°F for medium-rare.

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