Description
This Maple Glazed Turkey Breast Roast features a tender turkey drenched in a sweet and savory glaze. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners, it’s an easy-to-make dish that will impress everyone with its delicious flavor and inviting aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb boneless skinless turkey breast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh sage leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp light-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- Pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
- Additional garlic cloves (to roast alongside the turkey)
- Cranberries (optional)
- Fresh herbs (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and let the turkey reach room temperature.
- Mix olive oil, garlic, sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to create an herb rub.
- Rub the mixture over the turkey breast evenly for maximum flavor.
- Place the turkey in a roasting pan and roast for about an hour, turning halfway.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing maple syrup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce in a jug.
- After 30 minutes, brush half of the glaze over the turkey.
- After another 15 minutes, add the remaining glaze and continue roasting until the turkey reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the turkey rest for 10 minutes before slicing, then garnish as desired and serve.
Notes
Allow the turkey to rest after cooking to ensure juiciness.
Using a meat thermometer helps prevent overcooking and guarantees perfect results.
Consider mixing the herb rub a few hours in advance or overnight for enhanced flavor absorption.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg