Maple-Glazed Turkey Breast with Roasted Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

A tender roasted turkey breast glazed with sweet maple syrup, paired with caramelized root vegetables perfect for a cozy holiday meal. This American-inspired holiday recipe, ready in about 90 minutes, pairs boneless turkey breast, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs boneless turkey breast
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, and 3 minced garlic cloves until smooth and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Place the 3 lb boneless turkey breast on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush the maple glaze evenly over the turkey, then season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Let it marinate while you prepare the vegetables.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, toss 3 peeled and 1-inch chopped carrots, 2 peeled and 1-inch chopped parsnips, and 1 large red onion cut into wedges with 3 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper until evenly coated.
4. Step 4: Arrange the vegetables around the turkey breast on the baking sheet. Roast everything in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, basting the turkey with remaining glaze every 20 minutes, until the turkey registers 165°F internally and vegetables are tender and golden.
5. Step 5: Remove from the oven and let the turkey rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with the roasted root vegetables alongside.