Slow-Roasted Greek Lamb Leg with Garlic Herb Carrots

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Tender slow-roasted Greek-style lamb leg paired with aromatic garlic herb roasted carrots makes a perfect Easter centerpiece. This greek-inspired easter ready in about 230 minutes pairs pounds bone-in leg of lamb, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 8, 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: 210 min Serves 8 Greek cuisine 650 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Step 2: Rub the marinade evenly all over the 5-pound bone-in leg of lamb. Place the lamb on a roasting rack in a roasting pan and roast uncovered for 3 to 3.5 hours, or until an internal thermometer reads 135°F for medium-rare.
  3. Step 3: While the lamb roasts, toss 2 pounds peeled carrot sticks with 3 tbsp melted butter, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread carrots on a baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: During the last 30 minutes of lamb roasting, place the carrots in the oven and roast until tender and slightly caramelized, about 25-30 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Remove lamb from oven and tent with foil. Let rest for 15 minutes before carving. Serve alongside the garlic herb carrots.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Greek Lamb Leg with Garlic Herb Carrots take to make?

Total time is about 230 minutes (20 min prep + 210 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 Slow-Roasted Greek Lamb Leg with Garlic Herb Carrots?

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 pounds bone-in leg of lamb from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Greek Lamb Leg with Garlic Herb Carrots?

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 Slow-Roasted Greek Lamb Leg with Garlic Herb Carrots for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 Slow-Roasted Greek Lamb Leg with Garlic Herb Carrots?

Greek easter 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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