Description
These delicious turkey lunch meat recipes are perfect for sandwiches, wraps, and salads. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or looking for a quick, healthy, and protein-packed meal, these recipes will satisfy your cravings. Using lean turkey breast, flavorful seasonings, and simple techniques, you can create homemade deli-style turkey meat that’s juicy, tender, and much healthier than store-bought options.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 boneless skinless turkey breast (2–3 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Prepare the Turkey: Pat the turkey breast dry with paper towels.
- Make the Seasoning Paste: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and all the spices.
- Season the Turkey: Rub the seasoning paste all over the turkey breast, ensuring even coverage.
- Roast: Place the turkey on the baking sheet and roast for 45–55 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest & Slice: Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly.
- Store & Serve: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Use for sandwiches, wraps, or salads.
Notes
- For Extra Juiciness: Let the turkey brine in salted water (¼ cup salt per 4 cups water) for 4–6 hours before cooking.
- Thin Slices: Use a sharp knife or a meat slicer for deli-thin slices.
- Variations: Swap herbs for Italian seasoning or add a smoky touch with chipotle powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Meal Prep
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg