Prep Time
25 MIN
Cook Time
20 MIN
Total Time
45 MIN
Servings
10

Ingredients
For the Lamb:
- 2–2.5 lb butterflied leg of American lamb
- 4 garlic cloves, grated or minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 Tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- Kosher salt and black pepper
For the Salsa Verde:
- 1 preserved lemon, rind only, roughly chopped
- 1 small bunch parsley (about 1/2 cup packed leaves)
- 1/2 cup packed arugula leaves
- 2 Tbsp mint leaves
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1 tsp capers (optional)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice
For Serving:
- 1 baguette or crusty loaf, thinly sliced
- Olive oil, for brushing
- Flaky salt, for finishing
Directions
1. Marinate the lamb:
In a small bowl, mix the garlic, lemon zest, rosemary, mustard, olive oil, 11⁄2 tsp salt, and plenty of black pepper.
Rub mixture all over the American lamb. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight. Pull the lamb 30 minutes before grill to come to room temp before grilling.
2. Make the salsa verde:
In a food processor, combine preserved lemon rind, parsley, arugula, mint, garlic, capers (if using), and red pepper flakes. Pulse until finely chopped but not puréed.
Transfer to a bowl and stir in olive oil, vinegar, and roasted red pepper strips.
Taste and adjust with more vinegar or salt—it should be bright, punchy, and herb-forward.
To make by hand:
Finely chop all herbs, preserved lemon, garlic, and capers with a sharp knife.
Mix in a bowl with red pepper flakes, vinegar, olive oil, and red pepper strips.
3. Grill the lamb:
Preheat grill to medium-high. Remove excess marinade from the lamb and season with salt and pepper.
Grill 6–8 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on thickness. Let rest at least 10 minutes before slicing thinly across the grain.
4. Toast the bread:
While the lamb rests, brush baguette slices with olive oil and grill or broil until golden and crisp, about 1–2 minutes per side.
5. Assemble:
Top each toast with slices of grilled lamb. Spoon preserved lemon–red pepper salsa verde over top. Finish with a pinch of flaky salt.
USDA recommends the following time and temperature parameters
Ground Lamb
Internal temperature of 160°F
All Other Cuts
Internal temperature of 145°F, with a 3 minute rest








