Sundried Tomato and Garlic Roast Lamb
Sundried Tomato and Garlic Roast Lamb provides 49g protein and 643 calories per serving — a Mediterranean-style main that delivers substantial protein in four portions. Stovetop-roasts in minimal time while developing deep flavors that prevent meal prep fatigue. Built for strength athletes targeting 1.6–2.2g protein per kilogram without relying solely on chicken or beef.
Ingredients
- •Lamb, Leg(907g)
- •Tomatoes, Sun-Dried, Packed In Oil(120g)
- •Garlic(300g)
- •2 teaspoons salt (plus 1 extra for sprinkling)
- •1 sprig fresh thyme (to garnish)
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 220℃ | 430℉. Combine the sundried tomatoes in their oil with 4 garlic cloves in a bullet blender or food processor. Process until smooth and a paste has formed. Add the salt (it will be salty but is needed to roast the lamb).
- 2Place the lamb into a roasting tray; rub the mixture all over the lamb to evenly coat. Slice about 6 shallow openings (or slits) around the lamb (top and bottom of the roast) and rub the tomato mix into the slits. Slice the remaining clove of garlic into thin slices and place one or two slices into each opening. Sprinkle with a little extra salt (optional).
- 3Cover tray with foil and place onto the middle rack of your oven to bake for 40 minutes (for medium rare - or leave longer until cooked to your liking). Remove tray from oven; uncover; place lamb back in your oven onto the middle rack; change oven settings to grill/broil on high heat and grill for a further 5-10 minutes, or until golden, char grilled crispy on top. Rotate lamb to grill for a further 5-10 minutes to crisp the underside.
- 4Remove from oven and allow to rest for a good 5-10 minutes. Pour the juices from the pan into a serving jug and pour the juices over the lamb to serve.
- 5Serve with garlicky potato salad!
Nutrition — Per Serving
643
calories
49g
protein
38g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 32g
- Saturated fat
- 14.0g
- Sodium
- 226 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.3g
4 servings per batch · ~332g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Sundried Tomato and Garlic Roast Lamb have per serving?
Each serving provides 49g of protein and 643 calories, with 38g fat and 32g carbs. The protein-to-calorie ratio makes this a solid choice for hitting 160g+ daily protein targets without excessive volume.
How long does Sundried Tomato and Garlic Roast Lamb take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and makes 4 servings, so it's a straightforward stovetop option for a single meal prep session or 4 individual meals spread across the week. Expect minimal active cooking time relative to the calorie density.
Is Sundried Tomato and Garlic Roast Lamb good for muscle gain?
At 49g protein and 643 calories per serving, this lamb dish is well-suited for muscle gain phases where you're building in a caloric surplus. The 32g carbs support training performance alongside the high protein load.
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