Herb-Infused Rosemary Roast Turkey
Herb-Infused Rosemary Roast Turkey features a fragrant blend of olive oil, garlic, and fresh rosemary that soaks into the bird for juicy, well-seasoned meat and crisp, golden skin. The subtle hints of basil and Italian seasoning add depth without overpowering the turkey’s natural flavor. Perfect for holiday dinners or a special weekend feast, it delivers classic, comforting aromas from the oven.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook4 hrs
- Serves16
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Herb-Infused Rosemary Roast Turkey, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 59 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy Density
- 40 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 24
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 30
- Performance
- 30
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, rosemary, basil, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt. Set aside.
- 3
Wash the turkey inside and out; pat it dry. Remove any large fat deposits. Loosen the skin from the breast by gently working your fingers between the breast and the skin, taking care not to tear it, and continue loosening it to the end of the drumstick.
- 4
With your hand, spread a generous amount of the rosemary mixture under the breast skin and down over the thigh and leg. Rub the remaining rosemary mixture over the outside of the breast. Use toothpicks to secure the skin over any exposed breast meat.
- 5
Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan. Add about 1/4 inch of water to the bottom of the pan. Roast in the preheated oven for 3 to 4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 180 degrees F (80 degrees C).
- Calories 115.17 kcal Moderate 6%
- Protein 5.11 g Moderate 10%
- Carbohydrate 1.64 g 1%
- Total Fat 10.32 g Moderate 13%
- Saturated Fat 1.38 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 12.76 mg Low Source 4%
- Sodium 250.66 mg Moderate 11%
- Dietary Fiber 0.14 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.01 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 3.24 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.43 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 7.77 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 1.56 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.16 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Herb Infused Rosemary Roast Turkey is made with 8 ingredients and serves 16. It takes about 4 hrs 25 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Fresh Basil, Fresh Rosemary, and Italian Seasoning. Each serving provides about 115.17 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Herb-Infused Rosemary Roast Turkey made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Fresh Basil, Fresh Rosemary, Italian Seasoning, Minced Garlic. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Herb-Infused Rosemary Roast Turkey?
- About 4 hrs 25 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 4 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 115.17 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Herb-Infused Rosemary Roast Turkey easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 8 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Herb-Infused Rosemary Roast Turkey healthy?
- Herb-Infused Rosemary Roast Turkey has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 115.17 calories and 5.11 g of protein, or 10% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 250.66 mg (11% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.38 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic, 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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