Dairy-Free Roast Turkey with Gravy

Elevate your holiday feast with this succulent Dairy-Free Roast Turkey with Gravy, a showstopping centerpiece that's perfect for guests with dietary restrictions. This recipe combines a golden-brown, herb-rubbed whole turkey with a rich, flavorful gravy—completely free of dairy. Aromatic dried herbs like thyme, rosemary, and sage infuse the turkey with incredible flavor, while a lemon and onion-stuffed cavity ensures moist, tender meat. Paired with a velvety gravy thickened with a cornstarch slurry, this dairy-free dish is as comforting as it is inclusive. Perfectly seasoned and easy to prepare, this turkey will be the highlight of your table, serving up to 10 guests with grace and ease. Whether it’s for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a memorable family dinner, this recipe is guaranteed to impress everyone at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:270 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 12 pounds whole turkey
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
• 1 tablespoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 whole lemon
• 1 whole onion
• 2 large carrots
• 2 large celery stalks
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Position a rack in the lowest part of the oven.

Step 2

Remove the turkey from any packaging and remove the giblets and neck from the cavity. Pat dry with paper towels.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, dried sage, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Rub the herb mixture all over the turkey, both on top of and underneath the skin where possible.

Step 5

Cut the lemon and onion into quarters. Insert these along with one whole carrot and one celery stalk, both also chopped into pieces, into the turkey cavity.

Step 6

Tie the turkey legs together with kitchen string and tuck the wings underneath the body.

Step 7

Place the remaining chopped carrot, celery stalk, and any spare onion slices in the bottom of a large roasting pan and set the turkey on top.

Step 8

Pour the chicken broth and optional white wine, if using, into the pan around the turkey.

Step 9

Roast the turkey in the preheated oven for about 3 1/2 to 4 hours, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F (75°C). Baste every 30 minutes with the pan juices.

Step 10

Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and cover it loosely with aluminum foil. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

Step 11

For the gravy: Strain the pan drippings into a measuring cup, discarding any solids. Skim off excess fat.

Step 12

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the strained pan drippings with water to make about 2 cups. Whisk in the flour until smooth.

Step 13

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, whisking constantly, until thickened.

Step 14

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Gradually add this to the gravy, stirring constantly, until it reaches your desired thickness.

Step 15

Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the carved turkey with the prepared dairy-free gravy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(7185.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8946.1

Total Fat 305.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.8g
Cholesterol 3810.2mg	0%
Sodium 12233.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 1328.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 938.9mg	0%
Iron 69.4mg	0%
Potassium 15141.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.3%

Protein: 62.6%

Carbs: 5.0%