Vegetarian Bacon-Wrapped Turkey

Elevate your plant-based holiday feast with this flavorful Vegetarian Bacon-Wrapped Turkey! This show-stopping recipe features a tender, juicy plant-based turkey roast wrapped in smoky, savory carrot “bacon” strips, crafted with a tantalizing marinade of soy sauce, liquid smoke, maple syrup, and spices. Infused with the aromatic charm of fresh rosemary, thyme, and zesty lemon, this meat-free masterpiece is oven-roasted to perfection, offering a crispy, caramelized exterior and a hearty, satisfying center. Ready in just two hours, this vegan-friendly centerpiece is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special gathering. Serve it hot, slice it thick, and impress your guests with a wholesome, creative twist on holiday classics!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 large roast (approximately 2 pounds) plant-based turkey roast
• 6 medium-sized carrots
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 fresh rosemary sprigs
• 4 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 large lemon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the carrots and use a vegetable peeler to slice them lengthwise into thin strips, resembling bacon strips.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, combine soy sauce, liquid smoke, maple syrup, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir well to make the marinade.

Step 4

Place carrot slices into the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Allow the carrot strips to marinate for 10-15 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the plant-based turkey roast from packaging and place it on a baking dish.

Step 6

Wrap the marinated carrot strips around the turkey roast, overlapping slightly to create a 'bacon-wrapped' appearance. Secure any loose ends by tucking them underneath.

Step 7

Scatter rosemary and thyme sprigs around the roast for added flavor.

Step 8

Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice over the roast. Place the lemon halves in the baking dish for additional aroma.

Step 9

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes.

Step 10

After 60 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the carrot bacon is crispy and the roast is heated through.

Step 11

Remove from oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1517.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1902.7

Total Fat 81.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5837.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 60.6g
Protein 141.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 536.7mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 3672.8mg	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: 38.9%

Protein: 30.0%

Carbs: 31.1%