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Roasted Turkey Breast with Mediterranean Herbs
This roasted turkey breast, infused with a blend of Mediterranean herbs, garlic, and olive oil, offers a protein-rich meal that's both flavorful and heart-healthy. Leveraging the antioxidant properties of herbs and the monounsaturated fats in olive oil, this dish is a perfect blend of nutrition and tradition.
120 min4 servingsmain course
ketogenic
paleo
primal
whole30
mediterranean
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Calories560
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14g18%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 166mg55%
Sodium 696mg30%
Total Carbohydrate 0g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 106g211%
Calcium 8.3mg1%
Iron 4.7mg26%
Potassium 912mg19%
Magnesium 94mg22%
Zinc 4.9mg44%
Estimated nutrition — not all ingredients could be calculated.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg turkey breast
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp rosemary
- 2 tbsp thyme
- 1 tbsp oregano
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels to ensure proper seasoning adhesion.
- 3Combine olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- 4Rub the herb mixture all over the turkey breast, ensuring it's evenly coated.
- 5Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan.
- 6Roast in the preheated oven for about 90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 7Baste the turkey breast with its juices halfway through cooking to keep it moist.
- 8Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This ensures the juices redistribute for a moist turkey.
- 9Slice the turkey breast and serve.
- 10Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs before serving for added flavor and presentation.
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