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    Summer’s Best BBQ’d Turkey

    By Laura CyraAugust 27, 202051 Comments4 Mins Read
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    I’ve partnered with Canadian Turkey to bring you this post.  All opinions are my own.

    Summer is finally here!! We’ve been enjoying the relaxation having no schedule brings for us.  Spending days at the lake and night at home in the backyard with friends is a favorite summer past time.  Firing up the grill and making some delicious and healthy recipes is a great way to bring old and new friends together again, plus the house doesn’t heat up from turning the oven on.

    What I love about turkey is it makes a great substitute in any recipe, especially in the summer because it is a light and lean protein option full of vitamins and minerals.  A few of our favourite recipe are Turkey, Apple and Kale Grain Salad and Cedar Plank Grilled Turkey Breast.  You’ll love putting turkey on your table for get-togethers, everyday meals and snacks, backyard BBQ’s and quick and tasty meals that feed your family every day.

    Summer s Best BBQ d Turkey Recipe

    Turkey and the grill are the perfect summer meal combo from searing, roasting, braising and smoking whole turkeys and a wide variety of turkey cuts easily create tasty and easy meals for family and friends.  I'm sharing a few great tips to help you get started grilling with turkey.

    7 Ways To Grill Up Big Flavour With Your Turkey Cuts

    1. Learn to use direct and indirect heat.  Direct heat works best to sear turkey, develop savoury crusts on your cuts, create flavourful grill marks, and cook smaller or thinner cuts of meat quickly.  Indirect heat works for larger cuts of meat that need to cook low and slow, coaxing out flavours while keeping cuts moist and tender.
    2. Smoke and sizzle mean big flavour!  Use the barbeque to brown your turkey and create caramelization that adds big, bold flavour and keeps your meat juicy and tender.  Smoke adds that unique and special BBQ taste, allowing you to cut down on salt, sugar and fat.
    3. Use dry and wet rubs to season your turkey cuts.  Turkey marries well with a wide variety of herbs and spices, so feel free to experiment with your favourite combinations to enhance taste and texture.
    4. Cook your entire meal on the BBQ – appetizers, side dishes, vegetables and even desserts can be cooked over the grill.  Cooking entire meals on the grill will give you juicy meat and tasty vegetables. Grilling locks in moisture and adds natural smoky flavour, cutting down on the need for extra fat, salt and sugary sauces.  Visit canadianturkey.ca to explore a library of amazing grilled turkey recipes!
    5. Marinate your cuts to add big flavour and help to keep your turkey moist and juicy.  Infuse flavour into your meats by marinating with healthy fats like olive oil, and adding citrus, beer, wine or vinegar and fresh herbs, spices and rubs.
    6. Prep your turkey meat for the grill.  Remove from the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before cooking to allow the meat to come to room temperature.  Dry the meat off with paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible.  This will promote an even sear and avoid steaming the meat.
    7. Don’t crowd the meat!  When grilling your turkey, leave space between the turkey pieces to promote even heat circulation and ensure consistent cooking.

    Looking for additional tips, recipes and HOW TOs?  Visit canadianturkey.ca for all your cooking inspiration.  The recipe section is filled with amazing grilling recipes for full meals, snacks, appetizers and family favourites.  Visit the HOW TOs for helpful grilling tips and techniques.  Don’t forget to download the free Summer Grilling Guide for everything you need to know to get tasty, nutritious and versatile Canadian turkey on your table this summer!

    Summer Grilling with Canadian Turkey

    Summer’s Best BBQ’d Turkey Recipe

    Summer’s Best BBQ’d Turkey

    Summer’s Best BBQ’d Turkey

    Canadian Turkey
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 3 hrs
    Total Time 3 hrs 15 mins
    Servings 8 -12

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 whole Canadian turkey 12 – 16 lbs
    • 3 tbsp olive or vegetable oil
    • 2 lemons quartered
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • 1/2 cup melted butter or olive oil warmed (Thyme finishing sauce)
    • 1/2 cup minced fresh thyme Thyme finishing sauce
    • 1/4 cup lemon juice Thyme finishing sauce
    • Salt and pepper to taste Thyme finishing sauce

    Instructions
     

    • Dry turkey, inside and out, with paper towels.
    • Season the turkey with oil, salt and pepper, inside and out. Stuff the cavity with lemon pieces.
    • Pre-heat BBQ to 350°F (175°C).
    • BBQ, with indirect heat, for 15 minutes per pound, until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat registers 180°F (82°C). Ensure you use a meat thermometer to check for doneness as cooking times can vary significantly with individual BBQ’s.
    • Combine finishing sauce ingredients in a bowl.
    • During the last hour of cooking, baste the turkey with the finishing sauce, every 15 minutes. Discard any sauce that may remain.
    • Remove the turkey from the BBQ and let rest for at least 20 – 30 minutes.
    • Discard lemon pieces from the cavity.
    • Carve and serve.

    Notes

    TIP: If your turkey starts to char a little on the grill, cover loosely with tin foil. Remove the foil during the last hour of cooking to let the skin crisp up.

    Note: Looking for some flavour inspiration? Discover a selection of Canadian Turkey finishing sauces you can use as alternates in this recipe.

    7 Ways To Grill Up Big Flavour With Your Turkey Cuts

    Ask your grocer or butcher for 100% Canadian raised whole turkey and turkey cuts all year long.  You can also download the Everything You Need to Know About Cuts Guide to help you make an informed decision at the store. Get turkey on your table with recipes and leftover ideas that make it a simple and economical choice to create delicious meals for the whole family or a crowd.

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    1 Winner each will receive: $75 Amazon.ca Gift Card

    Giveaway Open to: Canadian Residents, except where prohibited

    Ends: July 29, 2018

    The fine print: All entries must be received by 11:59 pm MST 07/29/18. The winners will be notified via email and have 48 hrs to respond. If no response with 48 hrs a new winner will be chosen. Open to Canada only, prize supplied by Canadian Turkey.

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    51 Comments

    1. Carlene on July 13, 2018 11:00 am

      I would like to try the Tequila Smashed Turkey breast recipe.

      Reply
    2. Linda on July 14, 2018 12:13 pm

      I would like to try making BARBECUED SLOW COOKER TURKEY ROAST WITH FENNEL AND LEMON this summer.

      Reply
    3. Anne Taylor
      Twitter: greeeneyedwhwom
      on July 14, 2018 12:49 pm

      5 stars
      The BARBECUED SLOW COOKER TURKEY ROAST WITH FENNEL AND LEMON sounds amazing!

      Reply
    4. Pam on July 17, 2018 5:22 pm

      I would like to try the piri piri turkey.

      Reply
    5. wendy hutton on July 17, 2018 5:27 pm

      BARBECUED SWEET PEPPERS STUFFED WITH MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY SAUSAGE

      Reply
    6. Florence Cochrane
      Twitter: fossie55
      on July 17, 2018 5:55 pm

      I would love to try the DOUG SPEIRS’ GRILLED TURKEY TORPEDOS

      Reply
    7. Silvia D on July 17, 2018 6:47 pm

      5 stars
      I sure would love to try the …Barbecued Turkey Roast with Cranberry Chipotle BBQ Sauce . Sounds so good!

      Reply
    8. LYNN CLAYTON on July 17, 2018 8:56 pm

      DOUG SPEIRS’ GRILLED TURKEY TORPEDOS

      Reply
    9. Alana on July 17, 2018 10:38 pm

      The Zesty Maple Turkey Wings sounds so yummy.

      Reply
    10. Elizabeth R on July 18, 2018 7:19 am

      I’d like to try the BBQ turkey mixed grill dinner.

      Reply
    11. Tainan Lu on July 18, 2018 4:30 pm

      I’d love to try BARBECUED SWEET PEPPERS STUFFED WITH MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY SAUSAGE

      Reply
    12. Michelle Conn on July 18, 2018 4:36 pm

      The neighbourhood must smell incredible!!

      Reply
    13. Calvin on July 18, 2018 5:39 pm

      Kickin Cranberry BBQ Turkey Foil Pack is something I’d try

      Reply
    14. paula schuck
      Twitter: Inkscrblr
      on July 18, 2018 7:42 pm

      5 stars
      I would like this one actually. BBQ Bacon wrapped turkey medallions sound spectacular.

      Reply
    15. Monica
      Twitter: OlderMommyStill
      on July 18, 2018 9:00 pm

      We LOVE turkey at our home and have it often. Love how tasty, versatile and economical it is…and barbecued, it’s outstanding!

      Reply
    16. Shirley Shepherd on July 19, 2018 12:34 am

      My favourite Canadian Turkey recipe to try on the BBQ is the Grilled Sriracha Turkey Drumsticks.

      Reply
    17. Jonnie
      Twitter: edmontonjb
      on July 19, 2018 1:52 am

      I’ll be trying the BBQ BACON WRAPPED TURKEY MEDALLIONS W/GRILLED PEACH SALSA

      Reply
    18. Soozle on July 19, 2018 5:23 am

      I would love to try out the BARBECUED SWEET PEPPERS STUFFED WITH MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY SAUSAGE

      Reply
    19. Jenness M on July 19, 2018 6:40 am

      The CHIMICHURRI TURKEY BREAST ON THE GRILL sounds delish!

      Reply
    20. Jenny Major
      Twitter: jemsw16
      on July 19, 2018 7:10 am

      I would like to make the Tequila Smashed Turkey breast recipe

      Reply
    21. Amy Heffernan on July 19, 2018 9:29 am

      YUMMIE! BACKYARD BBQ’D TASTY CANADIAN TURKEY!!!

      Reply
    22. ivy pluchinsky on July 19, 2018 10:27 am

      I would love the BBQ BACON WRAPPED TURKEY MEDALLIONS W/GRILLED PEACH SALSA

      Reply
    23. Marlene J on July 19, 2018 10:33 am

      BBQ BACON WRAPPED TURKEY MEDALLIONS W/GRILLED PEACH SALSA

      Reply
    24. Stephanie on July 19, 2018 1:29 pm

      I would love to try the BARBECUED SWEET PEPPERS STUFFED WITH MEDITERRANEAN TURKEY SAUSAGE! It looks delicious!!!

      Reply
    25. Lisa L on July 19, 2018 5:51 pm

      I love chimichurri sauce so the Chimichurri Turkey Breast on the Grill recipe has to be my number one recipe to try!

      Reply
    26. Jenny B on July 19, 2018 7:16 pm

      My favourite Canadian Turkey recipe to try on the BBQ this summer is the Grilled Turkey Breast with Fire Roasted Tomato-Pepper Sauce & Manchego Cheese! It looks amazing.

      Reply
    27. Mandy on July 19, 2018 7:28 pm

      I’d like to try the BBQ BACON WRAPPED TURKEY MEDALLIONS W/GRILLED PEACH SALSA.

      Reply
    28. Tina L.
      Twitter: tlee351
      on July 19, 2018 9:21 pm

      I would like to try the Bbq Turkey Mixed Grill Dinner

      Reply
    29. Athena on July 20, 2018 5:11 am

      Grilled Pizza with Mediterranean Turkey Sausage, Spinach, Sundried Tomatoes & Goat Cheese sounds so good!

      Reply
    30. Allie Futterer on July 20, 2018 9:38 am

      I would love to try the Tequila Smashed Turkey Breast Recipe!

      Reply
    31. SweetPanda on July 20, 2018 10:03 am

      My favourite recipe to try is GRILLED TURKEY & GARLIC LEMON ARUGULA SALAD

      Reply
    32. Carey Hurst
      Twitter: CareyHurst13
      on July 21, 2018 5:28 pm

      Everything looks delish . I would love to try the sweet and sticky BBQ turkey legs
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      Reply
    33. Juliee Fitze on July 22, 2018 6:35 am

      I would like to try the ZESTY MAPLE TURKEY WINGS.

      Reply
    34. Melinda on July 22, 2018 6:38 am

      TURKEY, GREEN BEAN, CORN & TOMATO SALAD is a good light meal.

      Reply
    35. Heather Sibley on July 22, 2018 12:30 pm

      I want to try the Barbecued Sweet Peppers Stuffed with Mediterranean Turkey Sausage

      Reply
    36. Julie Bolduc
      Twitter: julie_bolduc
      on July 22, 2018 8:06 pm

      The Zesty Maple Turkey Wings sounds good

      Reply
    37. HEIDI C. on July 22, 2018 8:36 pm

      DOUG SPEIRS’ GRILLED TURKEY TORPEDOS sound delicious.

      Reply
    38. Rhonda
      Twitter: vintagebased
      on July 23, 2018 4:33 pm

      My husband loves when I do stuffed peppers so I’d make that!

      Reply
    39. tracy k on July 23, 2018 6:27 pm

      I’d love to try the piri piri turkey recipe

      Reply
    40. Kristi Friesen on July 23, 2018 9:52 pm

      I want to try the Tequila Smashed Turkey Breast Dinner recipe.

      Reply
    41. Judy Cowan on July 24, 2018 10:27 am

      BBQ TURKEY BREAST WITH A BROWN SUGAR RUB AND BBQ SAUCE sounds amazing to try on the grill

      Reply
    42. Danielle on July 24, 2018 7:19 pm

      The BBQ turkey with paprika and parsley sounds so delicious!

      Reply
    43. Maria on July 24, 2018 8:23 pm

      5 stars
      I want to try the Kickin Cranberry BBQ Turkey Foil Pack

      Reply
    44. Debbie White Beattie on July 25, 2018 3:05 pm

      The Cedar Plank Grilled Turkey Breast Roast w/Charred Tomato Salsa sounds amazing

      Reply
    45. Brian Ferret on July 26, 2018 9:30 pm

      5 stars
      Oh darn. Looks too delicious. Great photos!

      Reply
    46. Jolie on July 26, 2018 9:59 pm

      I woud love to try the piri piri turkey.

      Reply
    47. Lushka Smith on July 27, 2018 8:05 pm

      Would love to try the Zesty Maple Turkey Wings.

      Reply
    48. Krista M on July 28, 2018 11:38 am

      Our family has been camping the past week & the BBQ Turkey Sausage, Potatoes and Vegetable Foil Packs would make a fantastic rustic meal to enjoy in the wilderness! Plus easy clean-up, too!

      Reply
    49. Maritess S on July 29, 2018 11:00 pm

      I would really like to try the Zesty Turkey Tikka Kebobs on our grill this Summer.

      Reply
    50. Bread on January 21, 2020 10:12 am

      Great idea! You are best for summer bbq turkey.

      Reply
    51. Diana allen on June 7, 2021 1:29 am

      5 stars
      For a long time I have been searching on internet the recipe of BBQ Turkey which is made with olive oil and so many flavorful ingredients. After reading your article I followed your instruction to made this this recipe and finally made this yummy BBQ Turkey. All of my family members praised your recipes . I am really thankful to you for sharing this amazing recipe!

      Reply

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