Sheet-Pan Lemon Herb Turkey and Bell Pepper
- Serves
- Total time
- 35 min
- Heat
- 425°F / 220°C
- Per serving
- 266 cal
Gluten-free Heart-healthy High-protein Liver-friendly Low-carb Low-sodium and DASH Mediterranean
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient | Grams |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tbsp | olive oil | 27 g |
| 2 tbsp | lemon juice | 30 g |
| 2 tsp | lemon zest | 4 g |
| 3 | garlic cloves, minced | 9 g |
| 1 tsp | dried oregano | 1 g |
| 1/2 tsp | black pepper | 1 g |
| 2 tbsp | fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro or basil), chopped | 8 g |
| 1 lb | lean ground turkey | 454 g |
| 2 1/2 cups | red bell pepper, chopped | 372 g |
Steps
- Heat. Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment.
- Toss. Cut the turkey into even 1-inch pieces. Toss the turkey and peppers with the oil, garlic, oregano, zest and pepper.
- Spread. Spread everything in one layer with space between pieces so it roasts instead of steaming.
- Roast. Roast 18 to 22 minutes, turning once, until the edges brown.
- Finish. Squeeze over the lemon juice and scatter the herbs right before serving.
Lemon zest, garlic and pepper carry the flavour so no salt is needed. A hot oven browns the edges, and browning reads as savoury.
Crowding the pan steams the food. Use two pans if the pieces touch.
Done when: Chicken and pork 165°F / 145°F (74°C / 63°C); fish flakes at 145°F (63°C); shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Fixes
- Pale?
- Move the pan to the top rack for the last 4 minutes.
- Dry?
- Pull it 3 minutes sooner next time and add a spoon of the pan juices.
Variations: Swap the oregano for smoked paprika, or the lemon for lime and cumin.
Keeps: 3 days in the fridge.
Estimated nutrition per serving
| Calories | 266 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 24 g |
| Carbohydrates | 7 g |
| Fiber | 2.4 g |
| Net carbs | 4.6 g |
| Added sugar | 0 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.2 g |
| Sodium | 84 mg |
| Potassium | 505 mg |
| Phosphorus | 257 mg |
Low in sodium: 140 mg or less per serving.
Estimates from standard ingredient data; brands and portions vary. Values are per serving and do not change when you scale the recipe. Compare with your own daily targets
For general information only. Not medical advice. Always follow the guidance of your doctor or dietitian, especially for kidney, liver or diabetes diets.