Honey Free Rosemary & Sage Herb-Roasted Turkey Tenderloin
Roasted turkey tenderloin gets a serious upgrade here, thanks to a fragrant herb paste built from fresh rosemary, sage, and thyme — all rounded out with bright lemon zest and a touch of turmeric for warmth and color. The garlic-infused olive oil binds everything into a coating that clings to the meat and turns beautifully golden in a hot oven. Many store-bought marinades and glazes sneak in sweeteners, so making your own paste from scratch means you stay in complete control of every ingredient. Roasting on a wire rack lets the heat circulate evenly, and a proper rest before slicing keeps the medallions juicy all the way through. A final drizzle of fresh lemon juice right before serving lifts all those earthy herb flavors and keeps the whole dish feeling light and clean. It's an elegant, fuss-free centerpiece that works just as well for a weeknight dinner as it does for a more special occasion.
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4 servings
- 2 turkey tenderloins (about 1.5 lb total)
- 3 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, divided
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- fresh rosemary or sage sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet and lightly coat the rack with 1 tsp of the garlic-infused olive oil.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the remaining garlic-infused olive oil, rosemary, sage, thyme, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and turmeric. Stir until a uniform paste forms.
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