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Herb-Roasted Whole Turkey (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Name: Herb-Roasted Whole Turkey (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)
Prep time: 24 h
Cook time: 5 h
Total time: 29 h
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs), thawed and giblets removed; 1/4 cup olive oil (or avocado oil); 1 tbsp sea salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 2 onions, quartered; 2 oranges or lemons, quartered; 1 garlic bulb, halved horizontally; 6–8 sprigs of fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage, parsley); 1 tbsp paprika (for color, optional); Kitchen twine for trussing (optional); 1 cup water or vegetable broth (for the roasting pan)

Category:

Main Course

Difficulty: Medium

Serves:

10 people

Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus 12–24 hours for brining, optional)

Cook Time: 2.5 to 3.5 hours depending on turkey size

Rating:

(0.00/5)

June 24, 2025 by Chef Molly

A succulent and flavorful whole turkey, roasted to golden perfection with citrus, garlic, and fresh herbs. This holiday centerpiece is allergen-conscious without sacrificing tradition or taste.

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What You’ll Need:

1 whole turkey (12–14 lbs), thawed and giblets removed
1/4 cup olive oil (or avocado oil)
1 tbsp sea salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 onions, quartered
2 oranges or lemons, quartered
1 garlic bulb, halved horizontally
6–8 sprigs of fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, sage, parsley)
1 tbsp paprika (for color, optional)
Kitchen twine for trussing (optional)
1 cup water or vegetable broth (for the roasting pan)

Prepration for:Herb-Roasted Whole Turkey (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Step 1/7

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

Step 2/7

Prep the Turkey: Pat turkey dry with paper towels. Rub olive oil all over the skin and under it (gently loosen the skin over the breast with your fingers). Sprinkle salt, pepper, and paprika evenly inside and out.

Step 3/7

Stuff with Aromatics: Fill the turkey cavity with onions, citrus, garlic, and fresh herbs. Truss the legs together with kitchen twine if desired for a neater presentation.

Step 4/7

Roasting Setup: Place the turkey breast-side up on a rack in a large roasting pan. Add water or broth to the bottom of the pan to keep it moist.

Step 5/7

Roast: Roast the turkey uncovered. Baste every 30–40 minutes with pan juices or a little extra oil. Cooking time is approx. 13–15 minutes per pound. For a 14 lb bird, this is about 3 hours. Tent with foil if the skin starts to overbrown (as shown in your image).

Step 6/7

Temperature Check: The thickest part of the breast should reach 165°F (74°C). The thighs should be around 175°F (79°C).

Step 7/7

Rest Before Serving: Remove from oven, cover loosely with foil, and rest for 30 minutes before carving.

Chef's Tips & Notes

Notes: To brine in advance (optional but recommended): soak the turkey overnight in a saltwater solution with herbs and citrus (ensure it’s soy-free and gluten-free). To keep it juicy: Don’t skip resting—it redistributes juices for tender meat. This recipe is naturally gluten-, soy-, and dairy-free—just make sure your broth or brine mix is too.

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Herb-Roasted Whole Turkey (Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Dairy-Free)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).

Step 2

Prep the Turkey:
Pat turkey dry with paper towels.
Rub olive oil all over the skin and under it (gently loosen the skin over the breast with your fingers).
Sprinkle salt, pepper, and paprika evenly inside and out.

Step 3

Stuff with Aromatics:
Fill the turkey cavity with onions, citrus, garlic, and fresh herbs.
Truss the legs together with kitchen twine if desired for a neater presentation.

Step 4

Roasting Setup:
Place the turkey breast-side up on a rack in a large roasting pan.
Add water or broth to the bottom of the pan to keep it moist.

Step 5

Roast:
Roast the turkey uncovered. Baste every 30–40 minutes with pan juices or a little extra oil.
Cooking time is approx. 13–15 minutes per pound. For a 14 lb bird, this is about 3 hours.
Tent with foil if the skin starts to overbrown (as shown in your image)

Step 6

Temperature Check:
The thickest part of the breast should reach 165°F (74°C).
The thighs should be around 175°F (79°C)

Step 7

Rest Before Serving:
Remove from oven, cover loosely with foil, and rest for 30 minutes before carving.

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