Pork Free Cilantro Lime Herb-Roasted Turkey Tenderloin
Turkey tenderloin is one of those cuts that deserves way more attention than it gets — lean, tender, and incredibly easy to work with. This version gets a bright, herby marinade built from fresh lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, parsley, garlic-infused olive oil, and warm spices like cumin and oregano, so every bite is layered with flavor. The marinade does most of the heavy lifting while the tenderloins rest in the fridge, and then a hot oven takes them to perfectly golden and juicy in under half an hour. Because this recipe sticks to straightforward poultry and pantry-friendly herbs, there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden ingredients sneaking in from processed meats. Sliced into medallions and finished with a squeeze of fresh lime, it looks and tastes like something you'd order at a restaurant. It's the kind of weeknight centerpiece that feels a little special without demanding much from you at all.
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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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