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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Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of our Salt-Roasted Turkey with Lemon and Oregano, a dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. Perfect for gatherings, this recipe serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal centerpiece for your next family feast or holiday celebration. With a preparation time of just over 21 hours, including marinating, this turkey is infused with a delightful blend of fresh herbs and zesty lemon, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor.

This dish is not only a feast for the senses but also caters to various dietary preferences, being vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free. The combination of coarse kosher salt, fresh thyme, and oregano creates a savory rub that enhances the turkey's natural juiciness, while the addition of lemon juice and peel adds a refreshing brightness that cuts through the richness of the meat.

As the turkey roasts, your kitchen will be filled with an irresistible aroma that will have everyone eagerly anticipating the meal. The careful roasting technique ensures that the turkey remains moist and tender, with a beautifully golden skin that is simply irresistible. Whether served for lunch or dinner, this Salt-Roasted Turkey is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. Get ready to create a memorable culinary experience that will be cherished for years to come!

Ingredients

  •  celery stalks chopped
  • teaspoon coarse kosher salt 
  • teaspoons thyme leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoons garlic finely chopped
  • teaspoons ground pepper black
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh divided
  • tablespoons lemon zest finely grated
  •  lemons coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra-virgin divided
  •  onion chopped
  • tablespoons oregano fresh chopped
  • 14 pound turkey; neck 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