Herb Roasted Turkey and Cucumber Roll Ups
Crisp cucumber strips wrapped in homemade, herb-roasted turkey breast. A clean, nitrate-free, refreshing pegan snack served cold to keep you hydrated and fueled.
Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
170 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Colleen + Lila
Colleen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSteadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
170 min
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Batch Prep: Roast a larger turkey breast on Sunday to have clean, homemade deli meat ready for the entire week.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Pat the turkey breast dry
Pat the turkey breast dry with a paper towel. Place it on a small rimmed baking sheet or baking dish.
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Drizzle the turkey breast with olive oil
Drizzle the turkey breast with olive oil, rubbing it evenly over all sides. Season evenly with sea salt and dried thyme.
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Roast in the preheated oven for 35…
Roast in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer in the thickest part.
Look for: the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer in the thickest part
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Remove the turkey from the oven and…
Remove the turkey from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Once cool, wrap it tightly and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours, until completely chilled. This makes slicing thin much easier.
Look for: completely chilled
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Slice the chilled turkey breast as thin…
Using a very sharp knife, slice the chilled turkey breast as thin as possible into wide, pliable ribbons.
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Trim the ends of the cucumber and…
Trim the ends of the cucumber and cut it lengthwise into thin, sturdy matchsticks about 3 inches (7.5cm) long.
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Lay a slice of chilled turkey on…
Lay a slice of chilled turkey on a clean surface. Place 2 to 3 cucumber strips at one end, then roll the turkey tightly around the cucumber. Repeat for the remaining slices and serve cold.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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