Salt-Roasted Turkey with Lemon and Oregano

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Salt-Roasted Turkey with Lemon and Oregano
1305 min.
10
271kcal

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Experience the remarkable flavors of our Salt-Roasted Turkey with Lemon and Oregano, a delightful dish that is sure to impress your guests during special occasions or cozy family gatherings. This culinary masterpiece pairs beautifully with a variety of sides, making it the centerpiece of your lunch or dinner. Marinated in a fragrant blend of fresh herbs, citrus, and olive oil, the turkey emerges from the oven golden-brown with a succulent, juicy texture that will leave everyone raving about your cooking skills.

What sets this recipe apart is not only its mouthwatering taste but also its suitability for a range of dietary preferences; it’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free. The subtle zing from the lemons combines harmoniously with the earthy notes of oregano and thyme, creating a symphony of flavors that enhance the natural taste of turkey. With a preparation time of just over 21 hours, this salt-roasted turkey benefits from a thorough marinating process, allowing the spices to penetrate the meat for an unforgettable dining experience.

As you gather around the table with family and friends, savoring each bite, you'll create lasting memories accompanied by the aromatic scent wafting through your kitchen. Elevate your next meal and discover how a simple ingredient list can lead to a stunning showcase dish that is sure to be a hit. Ready to make your meal extraordinary? Dive into the recipe and let the cooking adventure begin!

Ingredients

  •  celery stalks chopped
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • teaspoons thyme sprigs fresh chopped
  • tablespoons garlic finely chopped
  • teaspoons pepper black
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh divided
  • tablespoons lemon zest finely grated
  •  optional: lemon coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  •  onion chopped
  • tablespoons oregano fresh chopped
  • 14 pound turkey stock for ultimate turkey stock

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Mix all ingredients in small bowl.
  2. Rinse turkey. Pull out metalinsert that holds legs and remove fat padsfrom neck and main cavities.
  3. Sprinkle 4tablespoons salt rub inside cavities. Slidebird into turkey-size oven bag.
  4. Sprinkleremaining salt rub over bird. Closebag; place on rimmed baking sheet andrefrigerate turkey 18 to 24 hours.
  5. Set rack at lowestposition in oven and preheat to 350°F.
  6. Placerack in large roasting pan. Rinse turkey; patdry.
  7. Combine lemons, next 6 ingredients,1/4 cup oil, and 3 tablespoons lemon juice inlarge bowl; spoon into main cavity.
  8. Whiskremaining oil and lemon juice in small bowl.Tuck wing tips under; tie legs loosely.
  9. Placeturkey on rack; brush with some lemon oil.
  10. Pour 2 cups stock into roasting pan.Roast turkey 1 hour.
  11. Brush all over withremaining lemon oil. Roast turkey 45minutes; pour 1 cup stock into pan. Roast45 minutes; add 1/2 cup to 11/2 cups stockto pan to maintain liquid level. Turn panaround. Roast until thermometer insertedinto thickest part of thigh registers 165°F,about 45 minutes longer.
  12. Transfer turkeyto platter; reserve pan with juices. Tentturkey loosely with foil; let rest 30 to 45minutes (internal temperature will rise 5 to10 degrees).
  13. While turkey rests, prepare gravy.

Nutrition Facts

Calories271kcal
Protein24.64%
Fat32.98%
Carbs42.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.65
Glycemic Load
1
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.488260917042%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
7.36mg
Hesperetin
10.34mg
Naringenin
0.3mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.82mg
Isorhamnetin
0.55mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
2.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:270.6kcal
13.53%
Fat:9.99g
15.36%
Saturated Fat:2.38g
14.89%
Carbohydrates:28.87g
9.62%
Net Carbohydrates:27g
9.82%
Sugar:11.66g
12.95%
Cholesterol:19.05mg
6.35%
Sodium:1143.21mg
49.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.79g
33.58%
Vitamin B3:10.16mg
50.82%
Vitamin B2:0.56mg
33.04%
Vitamin C:25.47mg
30.88%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.31%
Potassium:767.66mg
21.93%
Selenium:14.47µg
20.67%
Copper:0.38mg
19.04%
Phosphorus:185.87mg
18.59%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.59%
Iron:2.09mg
11.6%
Folate:42.32µg
10.58%
Vitamin K:9.75µg
9.28%
Magnesium:34.33mg
8.58%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.05%
Fiber:1.88g
7.51%
Zinc:0.99mg
6.63%
Calcium:54.9mg
5.49%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.06%
Vitamin A:69.48IU
1.39%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.19%
Source:Epicurious