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Pistachio Crusted Turkey with Herb, Lemon and Pomegranate Salad

  • Breast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • High Protein
  • 30 minutes to an hour

This moist, tender turkey with a delicious, healthy coating is a light but satisfying meal. It pairs perfectly with our fresh herb salad.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Total Time

40 minutes

Yield

6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (250 mL) shelled raw pistachios (about 4 ounces/113 g)
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) Panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) Greek plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) Dijon mustard
  • 6 4 oz (113 g) boneless, skinless Ontario turkey breast cutlets
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) olive oil

Dressing:

  • Zest and juice of one large lemon
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) honey
  • Pinch sea salt
  • Pinch freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup (60 mL) olive oil

Salad:

  • 1 cup (250 mL) mixed herb leaves, such as parsley, cilantro, mint, or any combination
  • 4 cups (1 L) arugula leaves
  • Seeds of 1 pomegranate, or 1 small carton of pomegranate seeds (about 3/4 cup or 175 mL)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roughly grind nuts in processor or chop by hand. Add panko and blend, using on/off turns if using processor. Transfer to shallow baking dish.
  • Mix basil, dill, rosemary, yogurt and mustard in medium bowl. Spread mustard mixture over both sides of each turkey cutlet.
  • Dip turkey into nut mixture, coating completely. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add turkey to skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Transfer turkey to baking sheet. Bake turkey until cooked through, about 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the lemon zest and juice, honey and oil until well blended. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In bowl, combine the herbs, arugula and pomegranate seeds in serving bowl or on a platter.
  • Drizzle greens with dressing and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately with turkey cutlets over top or on the side.
  • Per serving: About 422 cal, 23 g total fat, 20 g carb, 4 g fibre, 34 g protein, 45 mg chol, 200 mg sodium. %RDI: iron: 15%, calcium 6%, vit A 20%, vit C 25%

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