Low Sodium Herb-Roasted Turkey Thigh
Elevate your dinner table with this **Low Sodium Herb-Roasted Turkey Thigh** recipe, a deliciously healthy twist on classic roasted turkey. This dish features tender, juicy turkey thighs seasoned with a blend of fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, and sage, paired with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic. By skipping the salt and relying on a fragrant herb paste enhanced with onion powder, paprika, and black pepper, this recipe delivers bold, savory flavor without the extra sodium. With crispy, golden-brown skin and succulent meat, this roasted turkey thigh is perfect for a special weeknight meal or a smaller-scale holiday feast. Ready in just 90 minutes from start to finish, it serves four and pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a green salad. Enjoy a healthier, guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Turkey thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh sage, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 whole Lemon, zest and juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, sage, onion powder, ground black pepper, and paprika to form a fragrant herb paste.
Pat the turkey thighs dry with paper towels and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Using your hands, gently loosen the skin of each turkey thigh and rub about half of the herb paste evenly under the skin, spreading it across the meat.
Rub the remaining herb paste over the skin of the turkey thighs.
Zest the lemon over the turkey thighs, then cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice over them.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Allow the turkey thighs to rest for about 10 minutes before carving to retain the juices.
Slice and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
975 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.0 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 279 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 76.4 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 959 mg | 20% | |
*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.
