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Citrus-Herb Roasted Turkey
This herb roasted turkey is basted in a delicious citrus, garlic, and herb marinade that makes it extra juicy and brings out its flavor.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings 12 servings (4 oz. each)
Calories 245 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 12 lb. fresh turkey neck, heart, and gizzard removed
- ¼ cup + 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. finely grated lemon peel (lemon zest)
- 2 Tbsp. finely grated orange peel (orange zest)
- ½ cup low-sodium organic chicken broth
- ½ cup 100% orange juice
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 Tbsp. ground paprika
- 1½ tsp. ground cumin optional
- 1½ tsp. dried oregano
- 1½ tsp. dried thyme
- 1 tsp. dried rosemary
- 1½ tsp. sea salt or Himalayan salt
- ½ tsp. ground black pepper
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 450° F. Position rack in the lower third of the oven.
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Place oil, lemon peel, orange peel, broth, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in blender; cover. Blend until smooth.
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Place turkey breast-side up on rack in roasting pan. Rub turkey with half of prepared dressing, including under the skin and inside the cavity. Reserve remaining dressing for basting.
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Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until skin is golden brown. Remove turkey from oven and cover breast with aluminum foil.
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Return turkey to oven. Reduce heat to 350° F. Bake, brushing turkey with remaining dressing every hour, for an additional 2 to 2½ hours or until thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh registers 165° F. 6. Transfer turkey to a large serving platter and cover with foil. Let turkey stand for 10 minutes before carving.
Recipe Notes
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