Charcoal-Grilled Whole Turkey with Red Wine and Onion
Charcoal-Grilled Whole Turkey with Red Wine and Onion delivers smoky depth with a gentle tang from red wine and sweet notes of caramelized onion. The meat stays juicy while the skin crisps over high heat, creating a rich, backyard-grill character. It’s a striking centerpiece for holiday dinners or any weekend gathering where bold, fire-kissed flavors shine.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook3 hrs
- Serves24
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Charcoal-Grilled Whole Turkey with Red Wine and Onion, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 23 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 7
- Heart Health
- 47
- Metabolic
- 10
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
In a kettle-style grill, fill the bottom with a 5 pound bag of charcoal. Light the charcoal, and when it is ready, spread it to cover the bottom of the grill.
- 2
Rinse the turkey and stuff it with onion. Rub the outside with salt and pepper.
- 3
Set the turkey in a deep aluminum roasting pan. Put the pan on the grill grate. Pour wine over the turkey. Cover the top of the turkey with foil.
- 4
Cover the grill with the lid and open the vents. Grill the turkey for 60 to 90 minutes, or until the meat is cooked to your liking. Baste often. You may need to add water to the pan if the wine evaporates.
- Calories 314.88 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 58.4 g Good Source 117%
- Carbohydrate 5.08 g 2%
- Total Fat 6.45 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 4.34 g High 22%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 184.22 mg High 61%
- Sodium 498.18 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Total Sugars 4.26 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 46.79 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 7.97 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 5.47 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 0.66 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Charcoal Grilled Whole Turkey with Red Wine and Onion is made with 4 ingredients and serves 24. It takes about 3 hrs 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cooked Turkey, Diced Onion, Red Wine, and Salt & Pepper. Each serving provides about 314.88 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Charcoal-Grilled Whole Turkey with Red Wine and Onion made of?
- The main ingredients are Cooked Turkey, Diced Onion, Red Wine, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Charcoal-Grilled Whole Turkey with Red Wine and Onion?
- About 3 hrs 30 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 3 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 314.88 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Charcoal-Grilled Whole Turkey with Red Wine and Onion easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 4 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Charcoal-Grilled Whole Turkey with Red Wine and Onion healthy?
- Charcoal-Grilled Whole Turkey with Red Wine and Onion has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 314.88 calories and 58.4 g of protein, or 117% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 498.18 mg (22% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.34 g (22% of the Daily Value). It contains Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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