Heart-Healthy Homemade Turkey Pastrami

Elevate your deli game with this Heart-Healthy Homemade Turkey Pastrami, a flavorful yet guilt-free alternative to traditional pastrami. This recipe starts with a 24-hour brine that infuses lean turkey breast with rich, savory notes, while a fragrant spice rub featuring coriander, smoked paprika, and cracked black pepper delivers the signature pastrami kick. Slow-roasted to tender perfection, this dish is not only brimming with aromatic goodness but is also low in fat and high in protein, making it a nutritious choice for sandwiches, salads, or snacks. Perfect for meal prepping or impressing at your next lunch gathering, this recipe offers all the classic deli flavors in a heart-healthy package.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:165 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Turkey breast
• 8 cups Water
• 0.5 cup Kosher salt
• 0.25 cup Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Cracked black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Coriander seeds
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
• 2 pieces Bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

Start by making the brine: In a large pot, combine 8 cups of water, 0.5 cup of kosher salt, and 0.25 cup of sugar. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the salt and sugar dissolve completely.

Step 2

Remove the pot from heat and let the brine cool completely before proceeding.

Step 3

Once the brine has cooled, add the turkey breast to the pot, making sure it is fully submerged. You can use a plate to weigh it down if necessary.

Step 4

Refrigerate the turkey in the brine for 24 hours to adequately flavor the meat.

Step 5

After brining, preheat the oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 6

Remove the turkey from the brine and pat dry with paper towels. Discard the brine.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons cracked black pepper, 1 tablespoon coriander seeds, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and 1 teaspoon ground mustard.

Step 8

Rub this spice mixture evenly over the turkey breast, coating all sides well.

Step 9

Place the seasoned turkey on a wire rack set inside a roasting pan.

Step 10

Put 2 bay leaves in the roasting pan to infuse more flavor into the turkey during cooking.

Step 11

Roast in the preheated oven for about 2-2.5 hours or until the internal temperature of the turkey reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 12

Once cooked, remove the turkey from the oven and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Step 13

Slice the turkey thinly against the grain and serve. Enjoy your heart-healthy homemade turkey pastrami on sandwiches, salads, or as a protein-packed snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3050.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1567.9

Total Fat 21.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 689.5mg	0%
Sodium 57999.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 50.8g
Protein 265.4g	0%

Vitamin D 108.9IU	0%
Calcium 376.4mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 2720.1mg	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: 12.7%

Protein: 68.8%

Carbs: 18.5%