Herb-Roasted Turkey

Gluten Free
Health score
32%
Herb-Roasted Turkey
260 min.
10
699kcal

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Gather your family and friends for a delightful feast with this Herb-Roasted Turkey, a centerpiece that promises to impress. Perfectly seasoned and gluten-free, this turkey is not just a meal; it's an experience. Imagine the mouthwatering aroma of fresh rosemary, sage, and thyme wafting through your kitchen as your bird roasts to golden perfection. This recipe is ideal for any occasion, from a cozy family lunch to an extravagant holiday dinner.

With a prep and cooking time of just over four hours, this dish yields ten generous servings, making it perfect for larger gatherings. Each succulent slice is bursting with flavor, ensuring that every bite melts in your mouth. The combination of garlic, fresh herbs, and zesty lemon elevates the turkey, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that is both satisfying and memorable.

Not only is this Herb-Roasted Turkey a treat for the taste buds, but it's also rich in protein, with a caloric breakdown that focuses on wholesome fats and minimal carbohydrates. So, whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will empower you to create a heartwarming meal that speaks to the joys of togetherness. Prepare to carve out some quality time with loved ones and enjoy the rave reviews your Herb-Roasted Turkey will undoubtedly receive!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons rosemary leaves dried fresh (or 1 Tbsp. )
  • tablespoons sage dried fresh chopped (or 2 tsp. )
  • tablespoons thyme dried fresh chopped (or 1 Tbsp. )
  • cloves garlic crushed
  • 0.5  optional: lemon cut in half
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 small onion 
  • sprig rosemary 
  • 10 servings salt and pepper 
  • 12 lb turkey thawed
  • 0.3 lb butter unsalted softened

Equipment

  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • cutting board
  • kitchen twine

Directions

  1. Set a rack in lower third of oven; preheat oven to 325F.
  2. Combine oil, butter, garlic, chopped herbs and 1 tsp. each salt and pepper.
  3. Remove neck and giblets; discard. Rinse turkey; pat dry. Rub oil-herb mixture over turkey and under skin.
  4. Sprinkle salt and pepper inside bird; then stuff it with lemon, onion and herb sprigs. Tuck wings under; tie legs with kitchen twine.
  5. Place turkey, breast side up, on rack in roasting pan. Cover loosely with foil. Roast for 3 hours.
  6. Remove foil; roast for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, basting every 15 minutes, until a meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reaches 175F.
  7. Place turkey on a cutting board. Tent with foil; let rest for 30 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories699kcal
Protein48.71%
Fat50.07%
Carbs1.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.25
Glycemic Load
0.21
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
33.82521735067%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.15mg
Hesperetin
1.51mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Isorhamnetin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:698.86kcal
34.94%
Fat:38.39g
59.07%
Saturated Fat:12.55g
78.42%
Carbohydrates:2.11g
0.7%
Net Carbohydrates:1.22g
0.44%
Sugar:0.48g
0.54%
Cholesterol:302.63mg
100.88%
Sodium:629.21mg
27.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:84.03g
168.07%
Vitamin B3:29.6mg
147.99%
Selenium:82.66µg
118.08%
Vitamin B6:2.35mg
117.62%
Vitamin B12:4.73µg
78.9%
Phosphorus:715.87mg
71.59%
Zinc:7.01mg
46.7%
Vitamin B2:0.73mg
42.85%
Vitamin B5:3.17mg
31.69%
Vitamin K:32.58µg
31.03%
Iron:5.06mg
28.1%
Potassium:900.27mg
25.72%
Magnesium:102.6mg
25.65%
Copper:0.32mg
16.01%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.35%
Vitamin E:1.78mg
11.84%
Vitamin A:588.16IU
11.76%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.96%
Vitamin D:1.33µg
8.86%
Folate:33.41µg
8.35%
Calcium:80.18mg
8.02%
Vitamin C:4.14mg
5.02%
Fiber:0.89g
3.58%
Source:My Recipes