Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Greek Herb Marinade

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Tender lamb shoulder marinated in fresh Greek herbs and slow-roasted to juicy perfection, served with a lemon-oregano sauce. This Greek-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 225 minutes, pairs lamb shoulder, olive oil, fresh rosemary, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 210 min Serves 6 Greek cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tsp sea salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Rub the marinade thoroughly over the entire surface of the 3 lbs lamb shoulder, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the marinated lamb shoulder in a roasting pan and pour 1/2 cup water into the bottom of the pan to maintain moisture.
  4. Step 4: Roast the lamb shoulder for 3 to 3.5 hours, basting every hour with pan juices, until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
  5. Step 5: Remove the lamb from the oven and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing or shredding. Serve with pan juices drizzled over the top.

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