Roast Leg of Lamb with Pesto, Radicchio and Shallots Recipe

Roast Leg of Lamb with Pesto, Radicchio and Shallots has a high-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

The food contains 8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 58 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 6.3 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Roast Leg of Lamb with Pesto, Radicchio and Shallots has been given a composite ranking of 25, and in moderation.