Grilled Turkey with Cauliflower
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in just about an hour, and honestly, it tastes fancy enough to impress guests. The beauty of grilled turkey breast is how lean it is, making it perfect for anyone watching their protein intake without sacrificing flavor. I love pairing it with roasted cauliflower because that vegetable is packed with vitamin C and fiber, keeping you satisfied and energized. Fresh rosemary and thyme give everything such a wonderful Mediterranean vibe, and the lemon brightens up the whole dish. Best part? You probably have most of these ingredients already in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 4turkey breast cutlets(about 6 oz each)
- 1cauliflower head(cut into 1-inch thick steaks)
- 5 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2 sprigsfresh rosemary(finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoonfresh thyme(finely chopped)
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 3 tablespoonslemon juice
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- 1lemon zest(from 1 lemon)
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Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to create the marinade.
Tip: Make the marinade the night before for deeper flavor infusion.
- 2
Place turkey cutlets in a shallow dish and coat both sides generously with the marinade. Set aside for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the cauliflower.
Tip: Pat turkey dry with paper towels before marinating for better coating adherence.
- 3
Brush both sides of cauliflower steaks with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 4
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Tip: Use a grill brush to clean grates thoroughly before cooking.
- 5
Place cauliflower steaks on the grill first, as they require longer cooking. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and tender-crisp.
Tip: Don't move cauliflower constantly; let it develop a nice char for better flavor.
- 6
Move cooked cauliflower to a cooler side of the grill or remove to a plate. Place turkey cutlets on the hot side of the grill.
Tip: Keep cauliflower warm on the cooler side while turkey finishes.
- 7
Grill turkey for 6-7 minutes on the first side without moving it. Flip once and grill for an additional 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part to ensure doneness without overcooking.
- 8
Transfer grilled turkey and cauliflower to a serving platter. Drizzle with any remaining marinade and garnish with fresh lemon zest before serving.
Tip: Let turkey rest for 2-3 minutes after grilling to retain juices.
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