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Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb with Lemon-Garlic Roasted Asparagus & Potatoes

Elevate your Easter dinner with this show-stopping recipe featuring tender rack of lamb coated in a fragrant herb crust, perfectly complemented by vibrant lemon-garlic roasted asparagus and crispy, flavorful baby potatoes.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 800
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb
  • 1.5-2 lbs Rack of Lamb frenched, about 8 ribs
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
For the Lemon-Garlic Roasted Asparagus & Potatoes
  • 1.5 lbs Baby Red Potatoes quartered
  • 1 lb Fresh Asparagus tough ends trimmed
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil divided
  • 1 Lemon zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Roasting Pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Prepare the Lamb
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the rack of lamb dry with paper towels. Season generously with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the chopped fresh rosemary, thyme, 2 cloves minced garlic, panko breadcrumbs, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Mix well.
  4. Spread the Dijon mustard evenly over the fatty side of the lamb. Press the herb-breadcrumb mixture firmly onto the mustard-coated side, ensuring an even crust.
Prepare the Roasted Vegetables
  1. In a large mixing bowl, toss the quartered baby red potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, half of the lemon juice, half of the lemon zest, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well coated.
  2. Place the seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the large roasting pan.
Roast and Finish
  1. Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  2. After 15 minutes, carefully remove the roasting pan from the oven. Nestle the herb-crusted rack of lamb among the potatoes, crust-side up. Return to the oven and roast for another 20 minutes for medium-rare (internal temperature 130-135°F / 54-57°C).
  3. While the lamb and potatoes are roasting, toss the trimmed asparagus with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, the rest of the lemon juice and zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. After the lamb has cooked for 20 minutes (total 35 minutes of roasting), remove the pan from the oven. Add the seasoned asparagus to the roasting pan, distributing it evenly around the lamb and potatoes. Return to the oven and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp and the lamb reaches desired doneness.
  5. Once cooked, remove the lamb from the roasting pan and transfer it to a cutting board. Tent loosely with foil and let it rest for 10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender, flavorful cut.
  6. While the lamb rests, keep the potatoes and asparagus warm in the turned-off oven or a warm spot.
  7. After resting, slice the rack of lamb into individual chops (1 or 2 ribs per chop). Serve immediately with the roasted lemon-garlic asparagus and potatoes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure desired doneness. For medium-rare lamb, aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F (54-57°C) before resting. The temperature will rise a few degrees as it rests. Adjust cooking times for medium (135-140°F / 57-60°C) or medium-well (140-145°F / 60-63°C).