Grilled Lemon-Garlic Turkey

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
33%
Grilled Lemon-Garlic Turkey
765 min.
12
501kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your next gathering with a show-stopping dish that’s both delicious and healthy? Introducing Grilled Lemon-Garlic Turkey, a mouthwatering recipe that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive holiday dinner or a casual summer barbecue. This gluten-free and dairy-free delight is not only packed with flavor but also offers a satisfying meal that everyone can enjoy.

Imagine the tantalizing aroma of a whole turkey marinated in a zesty blend of fresh herbs, garlic, and a hint of Cajun spice, all grilled to perfection. The marinade infuses the turkey with a burst of citrusy brightness, while the grilling process ensures a juicy, tender texture that will have your guests coming back for seconds. With a generous serving size of 12, this recipe is ideal for family gatherings or friendly get-togethers.

What’s more, the preparation is straightforward, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of your loved ones. With a total cooking time of just over 12 hours, including marinating, this dish is well worth the wait. So fire up the grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to impress with this Grilled Lemon-Garlic Turkey that’s sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons cajun spice 
  • cup chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 12 lb turkey whole frozen thawed
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • blender
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer
  • skewers

Directions

  1. To make marinade, in blender, place all ingredients except turkey and Cajun seasoning. Cover and blend until smooth. Using meat injector, fill injector container to 1-ounce line. Inject marinade into turkey breasts, thighs and legs, every 1 to 2 inches, pushing plunger down slowly. Refill container and continue to inject turkey until marinade is used. (Or pour marinade over turkey in large glass dish.)
  2. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning inside cavity and over outside of turkey. Fasten neck skin to back with skewer. Fold wings across back with tips touching. Tuck drumsticks under band of skin at tail. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  3. If using charcoal grill, place drip pan directly under grilling area, and arrange coals around edge of firebox.
  4. Heat coals or gas grill for indirect heat.
  5. Insert barbecue meat thermometer in turkey so tip is in thickest part of inside thigh muscle and does not touch bone.
  6. Place turkey, breast side up, over drip pan or over unheated side of gas grill and 4 to 6 inches from medium heat. Cover and grill 3 to 4 hours or until thermometer reads 180F and legs move easily when lifted or twisted.
  7. Let stand 15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories501kcal
Protein57.06%
Fat41.99%
Carbs0.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.92
Glycemic Load
0.1
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
30.016956785451%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
2.69mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:500.67kcal
25.03%
Fat:22.92g
35.26%
Saturated Fat:5.43g
33.93%
Carbohydrates:1.17g
0.39%
Net Carbohydrates:0.69g
0.25%
Sugar:0.48g
0.53%
Cholesterol:232.27mg
77.42%
Sodium:531.88mg
23.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:70.08g
140.16%
Vitamin B3:24.76mg
123.82%
Selenium:68.83µg
98.32%
Vitamin B6:1.96mg
98.17%
Vitamin B12:3.93µg
65.55%
Phosphorus:595.84mg
59.58%
Zinc:5.82mg
38.81%
Vitamin B2:0.62mg
36.72%
Vitamin K:31.94µg
30.42%
Vitamin B5:2.66mg
26.56%
Potassium:765.07mg
21.86%
Magnesium:84.08mg
21.02%
Vitamin A:887.47IU
17.75%
Iron:3.14mg
17.44%
Copper:0.27mg
13.28%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.03%
Vitamin E:1.03mg
6.84%
Folate:25.88µg
6.47%
Vitamin D:0.97µg
6.44%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.41%
Calcium:42.79mg
4.28%
Vitamin C:2.89mg
3.5%
Fiber:0.49g
1.94%