Sage and Garlic Roast Turkey

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
31%
Sage and Garlic Roast Turkey
300 min.
12
472kcal

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Welcome to a culinary delight that will elevate your holiday gatherings and family dinners: Sage and Garlic Roast Turkey! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not just a meal; it's a centerpiece that brings warmth and joy to your table. Imagine the tantalizing aroma of sage and garlic wafting through your home as this magnificent 12 to 14-pound turkey roasts to perfection.

Perfectly seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, this turkey is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. The combination of savory sage, aromatic garlic, and a hint of paprika creates a flavor profile that is both comforting and sophisticated. Plus, with a preparation time of just 300 minutes, you can spend more time enjoying the company of your loved ones and less time in the kitchen.

Whether it's a festive holiday feast or a cozy Sunday dinner, this roast turkey is versatile enough to shine on any occasion. Serve it alongside your favorite sides, and watch as it becomes the star of the meal. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and minimal carbs, you can indulge without the guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a memorable dining experience with this Sage and Garlic Roast Turkey!

Ingredients

  • 12 lb turkey frozen thawed
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 1.5 teaspoons parsley 
  • teaspoon sage dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lawry's seasoned salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • cup water 
  • serving sage fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F. Fasten neck skin to back of turkey with skewer. Fold wings across back of turkey so tips are touching. In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients except water, fresh sage and apples.
  2. On rack in shallow roasting pan, place turkey, breast side up.
  3. Brush with butter mixture. Insert ovenproof meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of inside thigh and does not touch bone.
  4. Add water to roasting pan.
  5. Cover turkey loosely with foil or roaster cover; roast 3 hours. Uncover; roast 45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes longer. Turkey is done when thermometer reads 165°F and drumsticks move easily when lifted or twisted.
  6. Place turkey on warm platter; cover with foil to keep warm.
  7. Let stand 15 minutes for easiest carving.
  8. Garnish with sage and apples.

Nutrition Facts

Calories472kcal
Protein60.58%
Fat39.21%
Carbs0.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.33
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
28.421304162349%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.56mg
Isorhamnetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:472.01kcal
23.6%
Fat:20.07g
30.87%
Saturated Fat:5.1g
31.89%
Carbohydrates:0.25g
0.08%
Net Carbohydrates:0.17g
0.06%
Sugar:0.21g
0.23%
Cholesterol:231.88mg
77.29%
Sodium:480.79mg
20.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:69.76g
139.53%
Vitamin B3:24.59mg
122.94%
Selenium:68.64µg
98.05%
Vitamin B6:1.93mg
96.67%
Vitamin B12:3.93µg
65.52%
Phosphorus:590.92mg
59.09%
Copper:0.77mg
38.46%
Zinc:5.75mg
38.31%
Vitamin B2:0.6mg
35.21%
Vitamin B5:2.62mg
26.18%
Potassium:727.95mg
20.8%
Magnesium:81.51mg
20.38%
Iron:2.83mg
15.69%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.42%
Vitamin D:0.97µg
6.44%
Vitamin A:305.55IU
6.11%
Folate:22.7µg
5.68%
Calcium:38.69mg
3.87%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.51%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.6%