Skewered Lamb with Mint Pesto Recipe

Name: Skewered Lamb with Mint Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless lamb; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt; Freshly ground coarse black pepper; Almond Mint Pesto, recipe follows; 1/4 cup unsalted almonds, toasted*; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3/4 cup fresh basil leaves; 1 1/4 cups fresh mint leaves; 3 medium cloves garlic; Kosher salt; Freshly ground coarse black pepper, optional

Servings: persons

1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless lamb
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
Freshly ground coarse black pepper
Almond Mint Pesto, recipe follows
1/4 cup unsalted almonds, toasted*
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1 1/4 cups fresh mint leaves
3 medium cloves garlic
Kosher salt
Freshly ground coarse black pepper, optional

1
If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
2
Preheat the broiler or grill to high.
3
Thinly slice the lamb into 4 by 1-inch strips.
4
Lightly brush the lamb with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
5
Thread the lamb on to the skewers, creating a ruffle.
6
Place under the broiler or on the grill and cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until medium rare, or to desired doneness.
7
Serve with the pesto as a dipping sauce.
8
Put the almonds, cheese, and the olive oil in a food processor and pulse until pureed.
9
Add the basil, mint, and garlic and process to a smooth texture.
10
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
11
Taste for salt and pepper and add if needed.
12
Serve the pesto or refrigerate up to 24 hours.
13
*To toast nuts: Place nuts in a dry saute pan over medium heat.
14
Toast, while shaking the pan to avoid overheating in 1 spot.
15
Remove from the heat after 3 to 5 minutes when the nuts have become a nice pale golden color.

642

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless lamb, 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, Kosher salt, Freshly ground coarse black pepper, and more.

Yes, Skewered Lamb with Mint Pesto falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Skewered Lamb with Mint Pesto

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