Bright, herby, and deeply savory, this roasted turkey tenderloin is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort involved. A marinade built from garlic-infused olive oil, fresh lemon juice, zest, rosemary, thyme, and parsley does all the heavy lifting, infusing the meat with layers of flavor before it even hits the oven. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and whole, there's no need to scan labels or second-guess what's hiding in a spice blend or sauce. The tenderloins roast uncovered at high heat until golden and just cooked through, then rest briefly before slicing — a simple technique that keeps the meat juicy and tender all the way to the center. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a scatter of parsley, it's clean, vibrant, and genuinely delicious. This is the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in your rotation.
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3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 tsp sea salt
½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
For roasting
1 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, for the pan
For serving
lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
fresh parsley, roughly chopped, for serving (optional)
Instructions
1
In a small bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, rosemary, thyme, parsley, sea salt, and black pepper until combined.
2
Place the turkey tenderloins in the 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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