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Lamb with Roasted Potatoes and Olives
This version of Lamb with Roasted Potatoes and Olives focuses on the healthful benefits of lean protein, high-antioxidant vegetables, and heart-healthy fats. By incorporating traditional Mediterranean ingredients, this dish balances rich flavors with nutritional benefits, perfect for a wholesome main course.
90 min4 servingsmediterraneanmain course
whole30
mediterranean
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Calories759
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 51g66%
Saturated Fat 20g98%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 121mg40%
Sodium 1254mg55%
Total Carbohydrate 37g13%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 34g67%
Calcium 235mg18%
Iron 5.8mg32%
Potassium 1773mg38%
Vitamin A 254mcg28%
Vitamin C 31mg34%
Vitamin B6 0.23mg14%
Vitamin E 2.4mg16%
Vitamin K 2.9mcg2%
Magnesium 161mg38%
Zinc 6.8mg62%
Folate 27mcg7%
Approximate values — some ingredient data may be incomplete.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds lamb leg
- 1.5 pounds potatoes
- 0.5 cup pitted kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons rosemary
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces garlic
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2Rub the lamb with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, half the rosemary, sea salt, and black pepper.
- 3Place lamb in a roasting pan.
- 4Toss potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the remaining rosemary, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 5Spread the potatoes around the lamb in the roasting pan.
- 6Roast in the oven for about 60 minutes, or until the lamb's internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
- 7Halfway through roasting, add the olives to the pan.
- 8Remove from oven and let the lamb rest for 10 minutes.
- 9While the lamb rests, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the roasted potatoes and olives.
- 10Thinly slice the lamb.
- 11Serve lamb slices on a bed of fresh baby spinach, with the roasted potatoes and olives on the side.
- 12Garnish with additional rosemary if desired.
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