Garlicky Lamb Roast

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 17

Garlicky Lamb Roast for a hearty dinner

by The Chefin Roast

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	600 g new potatoes , scrubbed
	4 tablespoons olive oil
	6 cloves garlic , finely chopped
	2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
	4 lamb chops ( about 175g each )
	2 zucchini , chopped into rough triangles
	4 ripe tomatoes , quartered

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

679

Sugar

Fat

41g

This garlicky lamb roast is a delicious and easy recipe that is perfect for a hearty dinner on a cool evening. The combination of juicy lamb chops, golden potatoes, zucchini, and tomatoes make for a flavorful and satisfying meal that can be on the table in less than an hour. The garlic and thyme add depth of flavor to the dish and make it feel more luxurious than your average weeknight dinner. Serve with a side salad or some crusty bread to soak up the delicious juices.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6.
2.	Boil your potatoes in salted water for 8-10 minutes until slightly softened. Drain well.
3.	Mix the olive oil with the garlic and thyme in a large roasting tin. Add the lamb chops and toss to coat in the garlic mixture.
4.	Add your zucchini and quartered tomatoes and toss everything together.
5.	Nestle the boiled potatoes in the tin and roast for 20-25 minutes until the lamb is cooked to your liking and the vegetables are tender.
6.	Serve hot, garnished with extra thyme leaves if you like.

PROS

This dish is easy and quick to prepare, making it perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

The lamb chops are full of flavor and the vegetables are perfectly roasted to bring out their natural sweetness.

CONS

Lamb chops can be expensive and high in fat, making this dish a treat rather than an everyday meal.

If you don’t like lamb, you could substitute it for chicken or beef but the flavor profile will be slightly different.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a good source of protein which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue.
It is also high in Vitamins B12 and Zinc, which supports a healthy immune system and cognitive function. The zucchini and tomatoes in this dish are full of antioxidants and fiber, which support digestive health.