Lemon Sage Turkey With Vegetables Recipe

Name: Lemon Sage Turkey With Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: cooking spray; 5 tablespoons butter, softened; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 small shallots, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley; 2 lbs yellow potatoes, such as Yukon gold, sliced 1/2 inch thick; salt and pepper; 3 large carrots, sliced 1/2 inch thick; 1 (3 lb) boneless turkey breast halves; 3 fresh sage leaves

Servings: persons

1
Spray the slow cooker with cooking spray.
2
In a small bowl, mash the butter with half the lemon juice, the 2 shallots and the parsley until combined.
3
Spread 2 tablespoons of the butter mixture on the bottom of the cooker.
4
Arrange the potato slices on top.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Layer the carrot slices on the potatoes.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Using your fingertips, gently loosen the skin from the turkey breast, leaving it attached on one side.
9
Spread the remaining lemon butter and the sage leaves under the skin with your fingers.
10
Season the breast on both sides with salt and pepper.
11
Place the breast, skin side up, on the vegetables.
12
Drizzle the remaining lemon juice on top.
13
Cover and cook on high until an instant-read thermometer registers 170 degrees in the thickest part of the breast and the vegetables are tender when pierced, 3 to 4 hours.
14
Transfer the turkey to a platter and let stand for 5 minutes, then slice.
15
Spoon the vegetables onto plates and serve the turkey alongside.

387

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: cooking spray, 5 tablespoons butter, softened, 1 lemon, juice of, 2 small shallots, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lemon Sage Turkey With Vegetables falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemon Sage Turkey With Vegetables

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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