Istrian-Style Roasted Lamb with Wild Rosemary and Garlic

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Juicy lamb roast seasoned with wild rosemary and garlic, evoking the rustic flavors of Istria's countryside. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 125 minutes, pairs lamb shoulder roast, fresh rosemary sprigs, garlic cloves, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 105 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Using a sharp knife, make small incisions all over the 3-pound lamb shoulder roast and insert 6 sliced garlic cloves and pieces of 4 fresh rosemary sprigs into the slits.
  2. Step 2: Rub the entire surface of the lamb with 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons sea salt, and 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, ensuring an even coating.
  3. Step 3: Place the lamb roast on a roasting rack inside a roasting pan. Pour 1/2 cup dry white wine into the pan to keep the meat moist during cooking.
  4. Step 4: Roast the lamb in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, basting every 30 minutes with the pan juices, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (medium-rare).
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let the lamb rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve with pan drippings spooned over the slices for extra flavor.

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