Festive Low-Carb Christmas Lunch | Herb-Crusted Turkey with Cauliflower Mash

Ingredients

• 2 (6oz) turkey breasts, skinless
• 1 small cauliflower, chopped (for mash)
• 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 6oz Brussels sprouts, halved
• 3 strips bacon, chopped
• 1 cup baby carrots, halved
• 2 tbsp butter
• ¼ cup fresh cranberries
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley & holly for garnish

Method

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season turkey with rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, salt & pepper. Sear in 1 tbsp olive oil 3-4 min per side, then roast 12-15 min.
2. Steam cauliflower until tender, 8-10 min. Mash with 1 tbsp butter, salt & pepper until creamy.
3. Roast Brussels sprouts with bacon and remaining olive oil 12-15 min until crispy.
4. Sauté carrots in butter with cranberries 5-7 min until glazed and tender.
5. Plate: serve turkey over cauliflower mash, add sprouts & carrots. Garnish with fresh cranberries, parsley & holly.