Savory Turkey Roulade with Cranberry–Herb Stuffing
A juicy turkey breast rolled with a vibrant stuffing made of cranberries, herbs, caramelized onions, garlic, spinach, and a touch of whole-wheat breadcrumbs.It’s festive, lighter than classic stuffing, and perfect for diet-conscious guests.
⏱ Time
Prep: 25 minutes
Cook: 45–55 minutes
Total: ~1 hour 15 minutes
🥘 Ingredients
For the turkey roulade
1 large turkey breast (1–1.2 kg), butterflied
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp dried rosemary
Kitchen string (for tying)
For the cranberry-herb stuffing
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
½ cup fresh or frozen cranberries (coarsely chopped)
¼ cup chopped walnuts or pistachios (optional but very Mediterranean)
¼ cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional glaze (keeps it moist & beautiful)
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
🍽 Instructions
1. Prepare the stuffing
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil.
Add onion → sauté 5 minutes.
Add garlic → cook 1 min.
Add spinach → wilt.
Add cranberries + nuts + breadcrumbs + lemon zest + parsley.
Season lightly with salt & pepper.
Cool completely.
2. Prepare the turkey
Lay turkey breast flat.
Cover with plastic wrap and pound gently to an even thickness.
Season with salt, black pepper, thyme & rosemary.
3. Stuff & roll
Spread the stuffing evenly over the turkey.
Roll tightly from the shorter side.
Tie with kitchen string every 2 inches.
4. Sear (optional but adds flavor)
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet.
Brown the roulade lightly on all sides for 3–4 minutes.
5. Bake
Place roulade in a baking dish.
Brush with optional glaze (honey + lemon + Dijon).
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45–55 minutes, until internal temperature is 165°F (74°C).
6. Rest & slice
Allow the turkey roulade to rest 10 minutes before slicing into spirals.
🌿 Mediterranean Pairing Suggestions
Serve with:
Roasted vegetables with olive oil & oregano
Herbed couscous
Lemon-garlic green beans
A fresh arugula-pomegranate salad
🧮 Nutritional Information
Calories: 285
Protein: 38 g
Fat: 10 g
Carbs: 9 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 3–4 g
Very light, very festive!