Baked Herb-Crusted Lamb with Charoset Glaze

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Tender lamb roast coated in a fragrant herb crust and glazed with a sweet Passover charoset-inspired sauce, perfect for a holiday centerpiece. This middle eastern-inspired passover ready in about 100 minutes pairs bone-in leg of lamb, fresh rosemary, chopped, fresh thyme, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.4 (8 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 80 min Serves 6 Middle Eastern cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp chopped rosemary, 2 tbsp chopped thyme, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to form a herb paste.
  2. Step 2: Rub the 3-pound bone-in leg of lamb evenly with the herb paste, pressing it into the surface. Place the lamb on a roasting rack in a baking pan.
  3. Step 3: Roast the lamb in the preheated oven for about 1 hour 20 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 135°F for medium-rare is reached. Remove from oven and tent with foil to rest.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan, combine 1 grated medium apple, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tbsp honey. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Slice the rested lamb and brush generously with the warm charoset glaze before serving for a sweet and spiced finish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Herb-Crusted Lamb with Charoset Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 100 minutes (20 min prep + 80 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Herb-Crusted Lamb with Charoset Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in leg of lamb from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Herb-Crusted Lamb with Charoset Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Herb-Crusted Lamb with Charoset Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Herb-Crusted Lamb with Charoset Glaze?

Middle Eastern passover like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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