Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast with Garlic Butter Green Beans and Zucchini Noodles
Tips for Experienced Cooks
For an experienced chef, consider brining the turkey breast overnight to enhance its flavor and juiciness. You might also want to make a compound butter with the oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper, and place it under the skin of the turkey for an even richer taste. For the vegetables, you can blanch the green beans in boiling water for a minute before transferring them to the ice-cold water to set the color and bring out the flavor. Finish them in the skillet with the garlic and zucchini noodles for a perfectly cooked side dish.
Step 1: Prepare the Turkey Breast
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Rinse the turkey breast and pat it dry with paper towels. Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan and rub it all over with the dried oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- 4 pounds turkey breast
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Step 2: Roast the Turkey Breast
Place the turkey breast in the preheated oven and roast for 1-1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Allow the turkey to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Step 3: Prepare the Green Beans and Zucchini Noodles
While the turkey is roasting, trim the ends from the green beans and slice the zucchini into long, thin noodles using a spiralizer or julienne peeler. Mince the garlic.
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 zucchini
- 6 cloves garlic
Step 4: Cook the Green Beans and Zucchini Noodles
In a large skillet, melt the 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the green beans and zucchini noodles and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Sautéed garlic, green beans, and zucchini noodles
Step 5: Serve the Meal
Slice the roasted turkey breast and serve with the garlic butter green beans and zucchini noodles. Enjoy!
Meat, Eggs, & Dairy
- 4 pounds turkey breast
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 zucchinis zucchini
Seasonings & Spices
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Pantry Items
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
