Citrus Grilled Turkey Breast

Gluten Free
Health score
21%
Citrus Grilled Turkey Breast
100 min.
12
238kcal

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Looking for a delicious and healthy main course that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than this Citrus Grilled Turkey Breast! Perfect for lunch or dinner, this gluten-free dish is bursting with vibrant flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The combination of fresh herbs, zesty citrus, and succulent turkey creates a mouthwatering experience that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Imagine the aroma of garlic and fresh basil wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this delightful meal. The turkey breast is carefully infused with a rich herb mixture, then topped with thinly sliced lemon and orange, adding a refreshing twist to each bite. Grilled to perfection over indirect heat, this dish is not only easy to make but also a healthier alternative to traditional roasted turkey.

With just 238 calories per serving, you can indulge in this flavorful main dish without any guilt. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a family meal, this Citrus Grilled Turkey Breast is sure to be a hit. Serve it alongside your favorite sides and watch as everyone comes back for seconds. Get ready to elevate your cooking game and impress your guests with this stunning and delicious turkey recipe!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh
  •  garlic clove halved
  • medium optional: lemon thinly sliced
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • medium cranberry-orange relish thinly sliced
  • cup orange juice 
  • teaspoon orange zest grated
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • pounds turkey breast bone-in
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • toothpicks
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer
  • measuring cup
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Using fingers, carefully loosen the skin from both sides of turkey breast. In a food processor or blender, combine the parsley, basil, butter, garlic and salt; cover and process until smooth.
  2. Spread under turkey skin; arrange lemon and orange slices over herb mixture. Secure skin to underside of breast with toothpicks.
  3. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan.
  4. Place turkey over drip pan. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 170°. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, pour pan drippings into a measuring cup; skim fat. In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth.
  6. Add the orange juice, orange peel, lemon peel, pepper and pan drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Discard the skin, lemon and orange slices from turkey breast.
  7. Remove herb mixture from turkey; stir into gravy. Slice turkey and serve with gravy.

Nutrition Facts

Calories238kcal
Protein68.35%
Fat22.68%
Carbs8.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.83
Glycemic Load
1.8
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
20.458695696748%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.96mg
Hesperetin
7.96mg
Naringenin
2.16mg
Apigenin
2.69mg
Luteolin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.27mg
Quercetin
0.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:237.96kcal
11.9%
Fat:6.08g
9.35%
Saturated Fat:2.36g
14.74%
Carbohydrates:5.41g
1.8%
Net Carbohydrates:4.73g
1.72%
Sugar:3.11g
3.45%
Cholesterol:109.58mg
36.53%
Sodium:510.22mg
22.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:41.21g
82.43%
Vitamin B3:18.91mg
94.55%
Vitamin B6:1.5mg
75.09%
Selenium:43.22µg
61.74%
Phosphorus:456.1mg
45.61%
Vitamin C:23.42mg
28.38%
Vitamin K:22.93µg
21.83%
Vitamin B12:1.2µg
19.94%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.1%
Zinc:2.51mg
16.76%
Vitamin B5:1.57mg
15.66%
Potassium:545.35mg
15.58%
Magnesium:52.78mg
13.19%
Iron:1.25mg
6.94%
Folate:26.15µg
6.54%
Vitamin A:325.92IU
6.52%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.52%
Copper:0.12mg
6.2%
Calcium:41.52mg
4.15%
Fiber:0.68g
2.71%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.6%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.68%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.26%