Low Sodium Homemade Turkey Pastrami

Delight your taste buds with this Low Sodium Homemade Turkey Pastrami—a flavorful, heart-healthy alternative to traditional deli meat that's free from excessive salt or preservatives. This recipe uses lean turkey breast, marinated overnight in a tangy apple cider vinegar brine and coated with a bold homemade spice rub featuring paprika, black pepper, coriander, and mustard powder. Slowly roasted to perfection, this tender, smoky pastrami slices beautifully for sandwiches, salads, or snacking. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this low-sodium turkey pastrami is a wholesome, protein-packed addition to your weekly meal prep, staying fresh in the fridge for up to five days. Ideal for those seeking healthier deli options, this recipe delivers all the classic pastrami flavors with none of the guilt!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Turkey breast
• 2 tablespoons Coarsely ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Mustard powder
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the black pepper, ground coriander, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, and brown sugar to make the spice rub.

Step 2

Rinse the turkey breast and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Rub the turkey breast with the olive oil ensuring a thin coating all over.

Step 4

Apply the spice mixture generously over the entire surface of the turkey breast, pressing it into the meat for maximum flavor.

Step 5

Place the turkey breast in a large resealable plastic bag or a covered container with the apple cider vinegar and water, ensuring the liquid coats the meat.

Step 6

Seal and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the meat to brine.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).

Step 8

Remove the turkey from the brine, pat dry with paper towels, and place it on a rack set inside a roasting pan.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove from oven and let the turkey rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing thinly across the grain.

Step 11

Store the sliced pastrami in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1948.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1506.7

Total Fat 36.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 689.5mg	0%
Sodium 4281.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 4.1g
Protein 265.6g	0%

Vitamin D 108.9IU	0%
Calcium 308.7mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 2752.9mg	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: 21.8%

Protein: 71.6%

Carbs: 6.6%