Date-night worthy in under 45 minutes: a juicy, herb-crusted rack of lamb roasted to blush-pink perfection with caramelized delicata squash and Brussels sprouts. Cozy, seasonal, and impressive without fuss.
Details
Ingredients
- Simple Truth® Natural Rack of Lamb 4 Rib 1 lb (4-rib rack) $18.49 sale ($23.99 reg)
- Kosher salt 1½ tsp, divided
- Black pepper 1 tsp, divided
- Olive oil 3 tbsp, divided
- Dijon mustard 1 tbsp
- Garlic, minced 3 cloves
- Fresh rosemary, chopped 1 tbsp
- Fresh thyme, chopped 1 tsp
- Delicata squash, seeded and sliced ½-inch 1 medium (~1 lb)
- Brussels sprouts, halved 10 oz
- Maple syrup 1 tbsp
- Apple cider vinegar (optional) 1 tsp
Instructions
- Heat oven to 450°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment. Pat the rack of lamb dry and season all over with 1 tsp salt and ½ tsp pepper.
- Make herb paste: mix 1 tbsp olive oil, Dijon, garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Rub all over the lamb; let it sit while you prep vegetables.
- Toss squash and Brussels with 2 tbsp olive oil, remaining ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper, maple syrup, and vinegar. Spread on prepared sheet pan.
- Start vegetables in oven: roast 10 minutes.
- Sear lamb (optional but flavorful): heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high. Add lamb, fat-side down, and sear 2 minutes. Flip.
- Roast lamb: transfer skillet to oven (or place lamb on a rack over the veggies if using one pan). Roast 12–15 minutes for medium-rare (125°F), or to desired doneness.
- Finish vegetables: continue roasting until caramelized and tender, 20–25 minutes total, tossing once.
- Rest lamb 8–10 minutes, then slice into chops. Serve with roasted delicata and Brussels, spooning any pan juices over the top.
Health notes: Approx 750–850 kcal per serving. High-quality protein; fiber-rich fall veggies. Moderate saturated fat; keep portions reasonable and trim excess fat for a lighter plate.
Drink pairing: Washington Syrah or Pinot Noir; for beer, a malty brown ale.