Slow-Cooker Barbecued Turkey and Vegetables

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
57%
Slow-Cooker Barbecued Turkey and Vegetables
500 min.
4
729kcal

Suggestions


Are you looking for a hearty and satisfying meal that’s both delicious and easy to prepare? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Barbecued Turkey and Vegetables! Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this dish combines tender turkey thighs with a medley of wholesome vegetables, all simmered to perfection in a rich barbecue sauce.

This recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs, but it also adheres to a low FODMAP diet, ensuring that everyone can enjoy it without worry. With a health score of 57, it strikes a great balance between flavor and nutrition, making it an excellent choice for lunch or dinner.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the enticing aroma of turkey and vegetables cooking away in your slow cooker. The best part? It requires minimal prep time, allowing you to set it and forget it while you go about your day. Once it’s ready, simply serve it up with a drizzle of the savory cooking juices, and you have a meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.

With a caloric breakdown that includes a satisfying amount of protein, healthy fats, and just the right amount of carbs, this dish is not only filling but also nourishing. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to enjoy a comforting bowl of barbecued goodness!

Ingredients

  • cup barbecue sauce 
  • 0.5 cup water hot
  • 2.5 lb turkey thighs skinless
  • medium potatoes unpeeled cut into 8 pieces each
  • medium carrots cut into 2 1/2x1/2x1/2-inch sticks

Equipment

  • bowl
  • slotted spoon
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, mix barbecue sauce and water.
  2. Layer turkey, potatoes and carrots in 4- to 6-quart slow cooker.
  3. Pour sauce mixture over top.
  4. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  5. With slotted spoon, remove turkey and vegetables from slow cooker; place on serving platter.
  6. Remove and discard bones; cut turkey into serving pieces.
  7. Drizzle cooking juices over turkey and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Calories729kcal
Protein32.23%
Fat31.16%
Carbs36.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.65
Glycemic Load
23.34
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
41.65565221206%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
1.5mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:728.59kcal
36.43%
Fat:24.91g
38.32%
Saturated Fat:7.76g
48.48%
Carbohydrates:65.85g
21.95%
Net Carbohydrates:59.13g
21.5%
Sugar:29.32g
32.58%
Cholesterol:175.77mg
58.59%
Sodium:2049.52mg
89.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:57.96g
115.92%
Vitamin A:15449.35IU
308.99%
Vitamin B12:11.34µg
189%
Selenium:114.9µg
164.14%
Zinc:12.43mg
82.87%
Phosphorus:622.16mg
62.22%
Vitamin B6:1.22mg
60.91%
Vitamin B2:0.99mg
58.51%
Potassium:1814.45mg
51.84%
Vitamin B3:9.81mg
49.07%
Vitamin C:37.3mg
45.21%
Iron:6.23mg
34.61%
Vitamin B1:0.49mg
32.54%
Vitamin B5:3.11mg
31.08%
Copper:0.55mg
27.67%
Fiber:6.72g
26.88%
Magnesium:105.51mg
26.38%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.27%
Vitamin K:16.4µg
15.62%
Folate:47.21µg
11.8%
Calcium:96.53mg
9.65%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.95%