Rosemary Lemon Turmeric Turkey (Printable Version)
Tender turkey breast enhanced with rosemary, lemon, and turmeric for a vibrant, juicy main dish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Turkey
01 - 3.3 lbs boneless turkey breast, skin on
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
04 - 1 tbsp lemon zest
05 - 2 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped (or 2 tsp dried rosemary)
06 - 2 tsp ground turmeric
07 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 ½ tsp salt
09 - 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish (optional)
10 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
11 - Lemon slices
# How to Make It:
01 - Pat the turkey breast dry using paper towels and place it in a large dish or resealable bag.
02 - Combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped rosemary, turmeric, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl and whisk thoroughly.
03 - Rub the marinade evenly over the turkey breast, ensuring full coverage. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.
04 - Set the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C). Place the marinated turkey breast in a roasting pan.
05 - Roast the turkey for 1 hour 15 to 25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), basting periodically with pan juices.
06 - Remove turkey from the oven and let it rest, loosely covered with foil, for 10 minutes.
07 - Carve the turkey into slices and serve warm, optionally garnished with rosemary sprigs and lemon slices.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The marinade feels like a little secret hug from your spice rack, blending fresh rosemary and zesty lemon perfectly
- It’s surprisingly easy to get a juicy turkey breast with that beautiful golden color and flavor punch
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- Patting the turkey dry before marinating is a game changer for crispy skin
- Letting the turkey rest after roasting locks in juiciness you’ll thank yourself for
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- Use fresh herbs and juice for the marinade to boost natural flavor
- Basting occasionally creates that irresistible golden, slightly caramelized crust