Paleo Honey Glazed Turkey
Elevate your holiday feast with this show-stopping Paleo Honey Glazed Turkey, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors that’s as healthy as it is delicious. This 12-pound turkey is lovingly coated with a luscious glaze made from raw honey, melted coconut oil, and fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, and sage, all infused with zesty lemon for a bright, citrusy finish. The garlic-scented honey glaze is rubbed both under the skin and across the exterior, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor while keeping the meat tender and juicy. Oven-roasted to perfection and basted for ultimate moisture, this paleo-friendly centerpiece is ideal for gatherings, serving up to eight guests. Whether you’re planning a Thanksgiving dinner or a celebratory meal, this recipe effortlessly combines wholesome ingredients with gourmet flair, while staying true to a clean-eating lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pounds whole turkey
- 2 tablespoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 1 cup raw honey
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 5 leaves fresh sage
- 1 lemon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Remove the turkey from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This helps the bird cook more evenly.
Pat the turkey dry with paper towels. Season the inside of the cavity generously with 1 tablespoon of sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
Melt the coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat. Peel and mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the melted oil. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the honey, stirring until well combined.
Finely chop the rosemary, thyme, and sage and add them to the coconut oil and honey mixture along with the zest and juice of one lemon. Stir well.
Carefully lift the skin of the turkey breast and rub half of the herb and honey mixture directly onto the meat under the skin.
Rub the remaining mixture over the entire exterior of the turkey.
Tie the turkey legs together with kitchen twine. Tuck the wing tips under the body to prevent them from burning.
Place the turkey on a roasting rack inside a large roasting pan, breast-side up.
Pour 2 cups of water into the bottom of the roasting pan to prevent drippings from burning.
Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for approximately 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh.
Baste the turkey with its juices every 45 minutes, adding more water to the pan if necessary.
Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist turkey.
Carve and serve your delicious Paleo Honey Glazed Turkey.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 413.0 g | 529% | |
| Saturated Fat | 239.3 g | 1196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3810 mg | 1270% | |
| Sodium | 17223 mg | 749% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 290.1 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 241.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1308.4 g | 2617% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 690 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 62.3 mg | 346% | |
| Potassium | 13210 mg | 281% | |
*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.
