Roast Lamb {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Paleo}

Looking to do things a little differently this holiday season? Serve this delectable leg of lamb roast for Thanksgiving this year and start a whole new holiday tradition.

I know what you’re thinking….lamb instead of turkey? On Thanksgiving?!?!?

Friends, just hear me out. With only a handful of basic pantry ingredients and almost no effort at all, you will have a boneless lamb roast that is incredibly tender, so juicy, and full of seasonal flavour. Never have to fret about dry or tasteless.

And it’s ready in waaaay less time than it takes to cook a whole turkey. Yeap. We’re talking less than 2 hours versus an all-day cooking affair.

But if you’re just not ready to replace that Thanksgiving bird, that’s okay. The festive flavours of this lamb roast recipe make it the ideal main dish for your Christmas dinner.

Why You’ll Love Lamb Roast

• It’s SO easy! All it takes is a handful of ingredients and less than 2 hours in the oven to turn out this restaurant-quality main dish.
• Leg of lamb roast is sophisticated yet affordable. Feeding the entire extended family and your friends won’t break the bank when you serve boneless lamb.
• Not only does it taste amazing, lamb is a great source of important nutrients such as vitamin B12, niacin, zinc and potassium.

So, are you ready to learn how to cook lamb that is deliciously moist, juicy and tender? Gather up those ingredients and I will show you…..

How To Cook Lamb Roast

1. Preheat the oven to 220 C / 425 F / gas mark 7.
2. In a small bowl, combine oil, orange juice, garlic, thyme, allspice, salt and pepper and mix into a paste.
3. Place the lamb on a baking tray and rub with the paste, making sure all sides are thoroughly coated.
4. Roast in preheated oven for 20 mins.
5. Turn the temperature down to 160 C / 320 F, and continue to bake for an additional 16 mins per 500g (for medium), or 20 mins per 500g for lamb that is well done.
6. Remove the roast boneless leg of lamb from oven and let it rest for a full 20 mins before slicing.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Boneless Lamb Roast Tips

• Feel free to customize the seasonings to suit your taste. Rosemary or oregano are great choices.
• If you prefer, you can swap the orange juice for apple cider or pomegranate juice.
• Make sure you allow the lamb time to fully rest before carving.

Roast Lamb Serving Suggestions

Pair this roast boneless leg of lamb with any (or all!) of the following sides:

• Green Beans Almondine.
• Instant Pot Buttered Cabbage.
• Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts.
• Healthier Crockpot Mashed Butternut Squash.

Roast Lamb Weight Watchers Points

There are 3 Freestyle SmartPoints in one serving of roast lamb.

Why You Should Try Lamb

I have been cooking with lamb for quite a long while now. It is super versatile and can be cooked in soooooo many different and delicious ways.

Lamb is also an affordable meat that is quite simple to prepare, making it a great choice for family meals and when entertaining.

I am so pleased to partner with the folks at Try Lamb. Their collection of delicious lamb recipes show you not just how to cook with lamb, but that it is also affordable, easy, and flavourful.

I hope you’ll give this roast lamb recipe, along with the others on the Try Lamb website, a try. And make sure to follow them on Instagram and Facebook to get even more great-tasting lamb recipes and helpful information.

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