Thanksgiving turkey is the centerpiece of the holiday table, so you want every slice to be juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. Thankfully, with a few simple tricks and the right seasonings, you can serve a bird worth celebrating.
This year, reach for Dash Salt-Free Seasoning Blends to layer in plenty of flavor. Here’s our tips for getting a delicious turkey this year.
1. Start with Dash Garlic & Herb
For classic Thanksgiving flavor, it’s hard to beat Dash Garlic & Herb Seasoning Blend. Made with garlic, onion, black pepper, oregano, thyme, basil, parsley, marjoram, and more, this salt-free blend brings together many of the familiar savory flavors that complement roasted poultry.
Before roasting, coat your turkey with oil or softened butter and generously season with Dash Garlic & Herb, including under the skin where possible. The blend can also be mixed into butter for basting throughout cooking.
Flavor tip: Don’t stop at the turkey! Add Garlic & Herb to stuffing, roasted potatoes, or vegetables to carry similar flavors throughout your Thanksgiving menu.
2. Brighten Things Up with Lemon Pepper
Want to give traditional turkey a fresh twist? Dash Lemon Pepper Seasoning Blend combines lemon with black pepper, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and other spices. Try combining Lemon Pepper with softened butter and spreading it underneath the turkey skin before roasting. Add fresh lemon to the cavity for even more citrus flavor.
3. Go All-In on Herbs with Chicken Grilling Blend
Our Chicken Grilling Blend isn’t just for chicken. Its combination of garlic, onion, rosemary, basil, sage, thyme, paprika, citrus, and other spices makes it a flavorful option for Thanksgiving poultry, too. Use it as a dry rub on the outside of your turkey, or mix it with oil or butter before roasting for a savory, herb-forward spin on the holiday classic.
More Tips for a Juicy Thanksgiving Turkey
Whichever Dash seasoning blend you choose, a few simple cooking techniques can make a big difference. Pat your turkey dry before seasoning so the spices adhere better, add seasoning underneath the skin to bring flavor closer to the meat, and let the turkey rest after roasting before carving. That final step helps keep those flavorful juices in the meat so each bit is perfect.
Bring More Flavor to Thanksgiving with Dash
Whether your family loves traditional garlic and herbs, zesty citrus, or plenty of savory spices, Dash makes it easy to customize your Thanksgiving centerpiece. Your turkey will be a memorable part of a Thanksgiving meal your family will look forward to all year.
