Mustard-Crusted Grilled Rack of Lamb
Mustard-Crusted Grilled Rack of Lamb features a tangy, herb-forward crust where grainy mustard, lemon, garlic, and oregano form a bright, aromatic layer over tender lamb. The meat grills to a juicy pink with a lightly charred exterior and a savory, peppery finish. Ideal for a special dinner or backyard gathering when you want bold flavor with minimal fuss.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Mustard-Crusted Grilled Rack of Lamb, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 38 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 74 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 36
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 51
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Place the whole lamb rack in a large resealable plastic bag; add the mustard marinade. Massage to coat the lamb, press out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 3 to 6 hours.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill for high, indirect heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 4
Remove the lamb from the marinade; discard any excess marinade. Wrap the exposed bones with aluminum foil to prevent burning and flaking.
- 5
Sear briefly on the preheated grill over direct heat until a dark brown crust begins to form, about 3 minutes. Watch carefully so it does not burn. Flip and sear the other side.
- 6
Move the lamb to indirect heat; close the grill. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers at least 120 degrees F (58 degrees C) for medium-rare, 15 to 20 minutes.
- 7
Transfer the lamb to a serving dish; cover with aluminum foil and rest for 5 minutes. Remove all foil; slice the lamb rack into chops.
- Calories 333.64 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 25.03 g Good Source 50%
- Carbohydrate 10.07 g 4%
- Total Fat 21.37 g High 27%
- Saturated Fat 5.57 g High 28%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 74.41 mg High 25%
- Sodium 205.65 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 1.27 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 5.73 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 35.28 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 2.2 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 481.9 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 1.1 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.02 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Mustard
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Mustard Crusted Grilled Rack of Lamb is made with 7 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Dried Oregano, Lemon Juice, Minced Garlic, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 333.64 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mustard-Crusted Grilled Rack of Lamb made of?
- The main ingredients are Dried Oregano, Lemon Juice, Minced Garlic, Olive Oil, Rack of Lamb. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Mustard-Crusted Grilled Rack of Lamb?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 333.64 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mustard-Crusted Grilled Rack of Lamb easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 7 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Mustard-Crusted Grilled Rack of Lamb healthy?
- Mustard-Crusted Grilled Rack of Lamb has an easyChef Pro health score of 37/100. Per serving, it provides 333.64 calories and 25.03 g of protein, or 50% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 205.65 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.57 g (28% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Mustard and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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