Grilled Turkey with Peanut Butter Turnip Mash
What Started it all:
Turkey, Turnip, peanut butter, grill
This delightful Mexican-inspired recipe combines the succulent flavors of grilled turkey with the creamy, nutty goodness of peanut butter turnip mash. Perfect for a comforting and fresh dinner for four!
Ingredients
- 4 turkey breasts
- 2 large turnips, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky, as per preference)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture evenly over the turkey breasts.
- Let the turkey marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) in the refrigerator.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the chopped turnips and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the turnips and return them to the pot.
- Add the peanut butter to the turnips and mash until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated turkey breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the turkey rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Divide the peanut butter turnip mash among four plates.
- Place the grilled turkey slices on top of the mash.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
This Grilled Turkey with Peanut Butter Turnip Mash is a beautiful blend of flavors that will surely become a favorite in your household. Enjoy the comfort of this dish with the freshness of cilantro and a squeeze of lime for that extra zing!