Oregano and Chilli Lamb With Corn and Parmesan Salad

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 0
Oregano and Chilli Lamb With Corn and Parmesan Salad recipe for a perfect dinner
in Dinner

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 kg butterflied leg of lamb
3 tablespoons oregano ( fresh chopped )
3 garlic cloves ( thinly sliced )
2 red chilies ( small finely chopped )
3 tablespoons lemon juice ( fresh )
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
6 dinner rolls ( small wholegrain or small baquette or gluten free bread to serve )
1 corn on the cob ( husk and silk removed )
120 g salad leaves ( mixed 8 cups )
2 carrots ( cut into thin rounds )
30 g walnuts
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice ( fresh )
2 teaspoons coarse grain mustard ( or gluten-free wholegrain mustard )
black pepper ( to taste freshly ground )
20 g parmesan cheese ( shavings )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
756
Sugar
5g
Fat
55g
This Oregano and Chilli Lamb With Corn and Parmesan Salad recipe is a perfect dish for a dinner party or a family gathering. The tender and juicy lamb is mixed with a zesty and tangy oregano-chilli marinade, which takes it to a whole new level of flavour. The roasted corn and parmesan salad with walnuts are an ideal side dish, adding colour, crunch, and texture, and the warm bread rolls complete this hearty meal. This recipe is quick and easy, and it will become your go-to for any dinner party.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 200C/180 fan-forced (400F).
2.Mix the oregano, garlic, chili, lemon juice, and vinegar in a bowl to combine.
3.Place the lamb in a shallow baking dish; cut 2cm-deep slits all over the lamb using a sharp knife. Spoon over the oregano mixture and rub it into the slits.
4.Roast lamb for 20 minutes for medium-rare or until cooked to your liking. Cover the tray with aluminium foil; rest for 10 minutes.
5.Meanwhile, place bread rolls in the oven with the lamb and let them become warm and lightly toasted.
6.Heat a chargrill or barbecue grill on high. Grill the corn for 10 minutes or until cooked through and starting to colour. Remove the kernels and combine with salad leaves and carrot rounds in a large bowl. Add the walnuts, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, coarse grain mustard and black pepper, and toss to combine.
7.Place the salad on a large platter or in a large salad bowl; top with the parmesan shavings.
8.Slice lamb thinly and serve with salad and warm bread rolls.

PROS

This dish is full of flavour with the richness of lamb perfectly complemented by the freshness and crunch of the corn and parmesan salad.
It is easy to make and perfect for a dinner party.

CONS

This dish contains a high amount of fat and calories due to the use of lamb, cheese, and walnuts.

It may not be suitable for those looking to follow a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high fat content, lamb is a rich source of protein and is also a good source of vitamin B12, iron, and zinc.
Corn is a great source of dietary fiber, which helps maintain healthy digestion, and is also a good source of vitamin C and the antioxidant lutein.
Walnuts are high in healthy fats, protein, and fiber, and have been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and improved brain function.

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