Sesame Free Lemon Garlic Herb-Roasted Turkey Tenderloin
Bright lemon, fragrant garlic, and a trio of fresh herbs come together to make this roasted turkey tenderloin one of those weeknight dinners that feels far more special than the effort involved. The marinade — built on garlic-infused olive oil, lemon juice, zest, rosemary, thyme, and parsley — soaks into the meat during a quick refrigerator rest, so every slice is deeply flavored all the way through. Roasting at 400°F gives the surface a beautiful golden finish while keeping the interior juicy, and pulling it at 165°F ensures it's perfectly cooked without drying out. For anyone navigating sesame-free eating, this recipe is a genuinely clean option — every ingredient is straightforward, with no sauces, blends, or marinades that might sneak in hidden sesame oil or tahini. Turkey tenderloins are also a leaner, faster-cooking alternative to a whole bird, making this a practical choice any night of the week, not just for special occasions. A few lemon wedges and a handful of fresh parsley at the table keep things bright and fresh right up until the last bite.
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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 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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