How long does it take to make Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce?

About 1 hr 50 mins in total: 50 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 766.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce easy to make?

This recipe is rated hard, with 19 ingredients and 6 steps.

Is Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce healthy?

Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce has an easyChef Pro health score of 37/100. Per serving, it provides 766.25 calories and 68.87 g of protein, or 138% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 230.73 mg (10% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 11.9 g (60% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk, Sulfites, Garlic and Alcohol, 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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Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce

Name: Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Greek, Italian
Ingredients: 0.5 cup Balsamic Vinegar; 2 tbsp Berry Liqueur; 1 tsp Black Pepper; 5 tbsp Butter; 0.33 cup Dried Calimyrna Figs; 0.25 cup Dried Currant; 5 tsp Fresh Basil; 2 tbsp Fresh Mint; 1.5 tbsp Fresh Rosemary; 1.5 tbsp Fresh Thyme; 3 cloves Garlic; 0.5 tsp Ground Coriander; 3 tbsp Honey; 4 lb Leg of Lamb; 2 tbsp Liqueur; 2 tbsp Olive Oil; 0.5 cup Prune; 1.25 tsp Salt; 0.5 cup Salted Almonds

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Greek 🇬🇷Italian 🇮🇹 High-Protein 💪Low-Sodium Gluten-Free Paleo 🦴Carnivore 🥩Anabolic Diet

A rolled leg of lamb is filled with a festive mixture of prunes, currants, roasted salted almonds, crème de cassis, mint, rosemary, thyme, and garlic. Balsamic vinegar, butter, honey, Calimyrna figs, and fresh basil form a rich, sweet-tart sauce that complements the fragrant roast, making it a fitting centerpiece for a holiday meal.

Prep50 mins
Cook1 hr
Serves6
DifficultyHard

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

37 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactPoor: 36 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 16 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityFair: 55 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed: 1 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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Heart Health: 69
Metabolic: 40
Digestive: 26
Inflammatory: 54
Performance: 36
General Wellness

1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2

Combine the chopped prunes and currants with the creme de cassis in a small bowl, and set aside. In another small bowl, combine the rosemary, thyme, coriander, salt, and pepper, and set aside.
3

Untie and unroll the lamb, then lay it flat on the work surface. Trim off excess fat, and cut open any thick parts so the lamb is evenly thick and somewhat rectangular. Sprinkle half of the herb mixture over the lamb. Mix the almonds and chopped mint into the prune mixture, then spread it evenly over the lamb. Roll up the lamb, starting at one of the short sides, and tie it with kitchen twine at 1-inch intervals. Cut 9 slits about 1-inch deep into the top of the lamb, and insert a slice of garlic into each slit. Rub the lamb with olive oil, and sprinkle with the remaining herb mixture.
4

Place the lamb seam-side up on a rack set in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven until it reaches the desired doneness. For medium-rare, a thermometer inserted into the center will read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Remove the lamb from the oven and cover it with foil. Allow it to rest for 15 minutes while proceeding with the recipe.
5

While the lamb is resting, bring the balsamic vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Boil until the vinegar has reduced by half, 4 to 5 minutes. Once reduced, stir in the butter, honey, and sliced figs. Stir until the butter has melted, then remove from the heat, stir in the chopped basil, and set aside.
6

To serve, remove the twine from the lamb and cut it into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange the slices on a warm serving platter, drizzle with the fig sauce, and garnish with mint and basil leaves.

About This Recipe

Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig Basil Sauce is made with 19 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 50 mins and is rated hard. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Berry Liqueur, Black Pepper, and Butter. Each serving provides about 766.25 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce made of?: The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Berry Liqueur, Black Pepper, Butter, Dried Calimyrna Figs. The full list of 19 is above.
How long does it take to make Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce?: About 1 hr 50 mins in total: 50 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 766.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce easy to make?: This recipe is rated hard, with 19 ingredients and 6 steps.
Is Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce healthy?: Rolled Leg of Lamb with Balsamic Fig–Basil Sauce has an easyChef Pro health score of 37/100. Per serving, it provides 766.25 calories and 68.87 g of protein, or 138% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 230.73 mg (10% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 11.9 g (60% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk, Sulfites, Garlic and Alcohol, 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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