Keto Classic Roast Turkey

Elevate your holiday feast with this Keto Classic Roast Turkey, a flavorful and juicy centerpiece tailored for low-carb lifestyles. Perfectly seasoned with a luxurious herb butter infused with fresh rosemary, thyme, sage, and zesty lemon, this 12-pound turkey is roasted to golden perfection. The secret to its rich flavor lies in basting with its own pan juices and a savory chicken broth base, while aromatic vegetables tucked inside the cavity enhance its depth. With every bite, you’ll savor crispy skin and tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat without sacrificing your keto goals. Whether for Thanksgiving or a special weeknight dinner, this easy-to-follow, gluten-free recipe delivers a show-stopping dish sure to impress your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:225 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 12 lbs whole turkey
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
• 2 tablespoons fresh sage
• 6 each garlic cloves
• 1 each lemon
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 each onion
• 2 each celery stalks
• 1 each carrot
• 1 cup chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).

Step 2

Remove the turkey from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. This helps the bird cook more evenly.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the rosemary, thyme, and sage, and let the butter absorb the flavors for a minute or two. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

Finely mince the garlic and zest the lemon. Add these to the butter mixture along with half of the salt and pepper.

Step 5

Pat the turkey dry with paper towels. Season the cavity generously with salt and pepper. Stuff the cavity with the lemon (cut in half), onion (quartered), celery (cut into chunks), and carrot (cut into chunks).

Step 6

Carefully, use your fingers to loosen and separate the skin over the breasts of the turkey. Spread about half of the herb butter mixture under the skin—this will help to spice the meat directly.

Step 7

Rub the remaining herb butter all over the outside of the turkey. Drizzle with olive oil and season liberally with the remaining salt and pepper.

Step 8

Tuck the wings of the turkey underneath and, if you wish, tie the legs together with kitchen twine.

Step 9

Place the turkey on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the pan.

Step 10

Roast the turkey in the preheated oven. Baste with the juices from the pan every 45 minutes.

Step 11

The turkey is done when a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F (74°C), about 3 hours for a 12-pound turkey.

Step 12

Once the turkey is done, remove it from the oven and tent it loosely with aluminum foil. Let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes before carving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 13

Carve and serve your perfectly cooked Keto Classic Roast Turkey.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(6240.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8603.0

Total Fat 315.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 4058.2mg	0%
Sodium 18110.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 12.7g
Protein 1316.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 828.2mg	0%
Iron 64.8mg	0%
Potassium 14105.9mg	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: 34.3%

Protein: 63.7%

Carbs: 2.0%