Butterflied Leg of Lamb with Pesto Aioli

Name: Butterflied Leg of Lamb with Pesto Aioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 15
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 teaspoons ground black pepper; 1 Tbsp kosher salt; 1 boneless leg of lamb, about 3 pounds, butterflied and trimmed of excess fat; 118 milliliters mayonnaise; 3 Tbsps extra-virgin olive oil; 177 milliliters prepared pesto

Butterflied Leg of Lamb with Pesto Aioli might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe covers 12% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains around 20g of protein, 17g of fat, and a total of 246 calories. This recipe serves 15. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 15 minutes. Head to the store and pick up mayonnaise, olive oil, pesto, and a few other things to make it today. To use up the olive oil you could follow this main course with the Sauteed Banana, Granolan and Yogurt Parfait as a dessert. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, dairy free, and whole 30 diet.

Instructions

In a small bowl combine the aioli ingredients. Set aside.

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Aioli

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Bowl

Coat the lamb on all sides with the oil and season evenly with the salt and pepper. Allow the lamb to stand at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes before grilling.

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Salt And Pepper

Lamb

Cooking Oil

Prepare the grill for direct and indirect cooking over medium heat (350 to 450F).

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Brush the cooking grates clean. Sear the lamb over direct medium heat, with the lid closed as much as possible, until nicely browned on both sides, 10 to 15 minutes, turning once. Slide the lamb over indirect medium heat and cook, with the lid closed, to your desired doneness, 20 to 30 minutes for medium rare.

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Lamb

Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes.

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Grill

Cut the lamb crosswise into 1/4-inch slices.

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Lamb

Serve warm with the aioli.

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Aioli