Sesame 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 it takes. The marinade leans hard on fresh cilantro, flat-leaf parsley, lime juice, and a hit of cumin — bold flavors that soak into the meat during a quick refrigerator rest before the oven does its thing. Garlic-infused olive oil ties everything together and keeps the tenderloins juicy as they roast to a lightly golden finish. For anyone navigating sesame-free cooking, this recipe is naturally in the clear — every ingredient is straightforward, with no tahini, sesame oil, or hidden seed-based additions to worry about. Pre-marinated or seasoned proteins at the store can be a minefield for unexpected sesame ingredients, so building your own marinade from scratch like this puts you fully in control. Sliced into medallions and served with fresh lime wedges, it's a clean, vibrant plate that works just as well over rice as it does alongside roasted vegetables.
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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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