Low Sodium Bacon-Wrapped Turkey
Delight your taste buds with this tender and flavorful Low Sodium Bacon-Wrapped Turkey, a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe features a succulent 3-pound turkey breast wrapped in crisp, smoky low sodium bacon, ensuring all the indulgence with less sodium. A fragrant blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and fresh rosemary and thyme elevates the dish with herbaceous and earthy undertones. The turkey is roasted to juicy perfection, with the bacon sealing in the moisture and adding an irresistible smoky crust. Ready in just 2 hours and serving up to six, this show-stopping dish is a heart-smart and delicious choice for anyone watching their salt intake. Pair it with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete meal that's as nutritious as it is indulgent!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds turkey breast
- 10 slices low sodium bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the turkey breast on a clean cutting board. Pat it dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika. Rub this mixture generously all over the turkey breast.
Lay the fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs on top of the turkey breast.
Starting at one end of the breast, wrap slices of low sodium bacon snugly around the turkey, slightly overlapping each slice to cover the whole breast.
Secure the bacon in place with kitchen twine or toothpicks if necessary.
Place the wrapped turkey breast onto a roasting pan fitted with a rack.
Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for approximately 90 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve and enjoy your Low Sodium Bacon-Wrapped Turkey with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2475 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.3 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1154 mg | 385% | |
| Sodium | 7442 mg | 324% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 409.0 g | 818% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 3651 mg | 78% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
