Grilled Turkey Breast with Quinoa and Roasted Carrots
Lean grilled turkey breast seasoned with herbs, served with fluffy quinoa and roasted carrots for a balanced, nutritious lunch
Grilled Turkey Breast with Quinoa and Roasted Carrots is a lunch recipe ready in about 35 minutes. Each serving has approximately 453 kcal, 17g protein, 61g carbs, 15g fat. It fits a high-protein diet.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Rinse quinoa under cold water and add to a saucepan with water
Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes
While quinoa cooks, cut carrots into batons and toss with 5ml olive oil on a baking sheet
Roast carrots for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized
Season turkey breast with oregano and lemon juice
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat with 5ml olive oil
Grill turkey for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F)
Let turkey rest for 3 minutes, then slice
Fluff quinoa with a fork and serve with turkey and roasted carrots