Artificial Flavors Free Cilantro Lime Herb-Roasted Turkey Tenderloin
Bright, herby, and genuinely satisfying, this roasted turkey tenderloin is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort involved. The marinade is built entirely from real, whole ingredients — fresh lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, parsley, garlic-infused olive oil, and a handful of warm spices — so there's nothing synthetic hiding in the mix. That matters more than people realize, because bottled marinades and seasoning blends are some of the sneakiest sources of artificial flavoring, often buried in the fine print. Here, you control every element from the start, and the result is a clean, vibrant flavor that actually tastes like the herbs and citrus you put in. A quick 30-minute marinade does the heavy lifting, and the oven takes care of the rest, delivering juicy, golden medallions that are just as good for a casual family meal as they are for company. Serve with extra lime wedges and a few fresh cilantro sprigs for a finish that looks polished without any extra fuss.
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4 servings
For the turkey
- 2 turkey tenderloins (about 1.5 lb total)
For the marinade
- 3 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
- fresh cilantro sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic-infused olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, parsley, oregano, cumin, sea salt, and black pepper until combined.
- 2
Pat the turkey tenderloins dry with paper towels and place them in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the marinade over the tenderloins and turn to coat on all sides. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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