Turkey Tenderloin Marinade Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
23 mins
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Resting Time
4 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs 33 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
241 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Turkey Tenderloin Marinade Recipe
Description
The Turkey Tenderloin Marinade Recipe combines olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and a blend of spices such as onion powder, paprika, thyme, sage, garlic, and black pepper to create a balanced marinade. Once marinated for 2 to 4 hours, the turkey tenderloins are baked at 350°F until they reach an internal temperature of 155°F, ensuring juiciness through resting and residual heat. This process helps prevent dryness often associated with overcooked turkey. The marinade’s components contribute to a slightly tangy, savory, and mildly sweet flavor profile, with optional smoked paprika adding subtle smokiness.
Baking tenderloins in a metal dish retains heat well and aids even cooking during the resting phase. This recipe is best suited for smaller turkey tenderloins around 4 ounces each. Adjust marinating time based on availability, as even a short marinate improves flavor. The approach balances safety and moisture, yielding tender, flavorful turkey perfect for a main course.
Marinade can be prepared in advance and stored refrigerated. The recipe includes attention to seasoning so the meat remains the focus without overpowering the natural turkey taste.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1 teaspoon dried sage or oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 Turkey tenderloin ~113 gr. each, 4 ounces
Instructions
- Make the marinade: Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juices, dijon mustard, brown sugar, onion powder, paprika, thyme, sage, black pepper, and garlic in a measuring cup. Reserve 3 tablespoons of the marinade and set it aside.
- Marinate the turkey: Pour the rest of the marinade into a sealable plastic bag or a shallow bowl with a tight-fitting lid. Place the turkey tenderloins in the marinade and make sure that they are fully submerged in the marinade. Cover it with the lid and marinate for 2-4 hours* in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the oven: Fifteen minutes before you are ready to roast the tenderloins, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Transfer to a baking dish: Remove the tenderloins from the marinade on an ovenproof dish* and discard the remaining marinade.
- Bake: Roast in the preheated oven for 20-23 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the tenderloin registers 155 degrees.*
- Rest: Tent it with foil and let it rest for 10 minutes. As it sits (covered) with foil, it should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve: Slice and drizzle it with the reserved marinade before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check turkey doneness accurately; aim to remove from oven at 155°F to allow carryover cooking.
- Marinate for at least 2 hours; up to 8 hours is acceptable but avoid longer times to prevent off flavors.
- For smokier flavor, substitute smoked paprika for regular paprika.
- You may prepare marinade up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate in an airtight container.
- Use a metal baking dish for even heat retention and better residual cooking results.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 241 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 241kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 883mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 75mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 260IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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