Santa Barbara Citrus-Herb Roasted Turkey Recipe

Category: Non-vegetarian

Give your Thanksgiving a true taste of Santa Barbara with this bright and flavorful turkey recipe, inspired by the fresh produce and coastal wines of California.

Ingredients

• 1 whole Butterball turkey (12–14 lbs), thawed
• ½ cup olive oil
• ½ cup white wine
• 3 oranges, zested and juiced
• 3 lemons, zested and juiced
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1 bunch fresh parsley
• 2 cups vegetable or turkey stock

Chickpeas

• 115-ounce can chickpeas
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Remove giblets and pat turkey dry.
2. Citrus-Herb Marinade: Mix olive oil, wine, juices, garlic and herbs.
3. Stuff Turkey: Add orange & lemon slices, parsley and sage.
4. Roasting: Roast turkey breast-side up on rack.
5. Cover & Bake: Roast about 15 minutes per pound.
6. Baste: Every 45 minutes baste with pan juices.
7. Check Temperature: Internal temp 165°F.
8. Rest & Carve: Rest turkey 20-30 minutes before carving.

Santa Barbara-Style Serving Suggestions

• Wine Pairing: Santa Barbara Chardonnay or Pinot Noir.
• Local Produce Sides: Roasted vegetables or sweet potatoes.
• California Herb Gravy: Make gravy using pan drippings.

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