Caffeine Free Cilantro Lime Herb-Roasted Turkey Tenderloin
Bright, herby, and packed with citrus punch, this roasted turkey tenderloin is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels way more impressive than the effort involved. A zesty marinade of fresh lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, parsley, cumin, and oregano soaks into the meat for at least 30 minutes before it ever hits the oven, meaning every slice is deeply flavorful all the way through. Garlic-infused olive oil ties the whole marinade together with a mellow richness that keeps the turkey juicy as it roasts to a lightly golden finish. The whole thing is naturally free of coffee, tea, chocolate, and any other stimulants — no label-checking required, just clean, wholesome ingredients you can feel good about. Sliced into medallions and served with extra lime wedges and fresh cilantro sprigs, it looks gorgeous on the plate without any fussy plating tricks. It pairs beautifully with rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad, making it an easy anchor for a complete, satisfying meal.
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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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