Christmas Roast Turkey

Christmas Roast Turkey is a festive centerpiece dish, typically a whole turkey seasoned with herbs like sage and thyme, often stuffed with savory bread or fruit fillings, and roasted until golden. Originating from English traditions and popularized in North America, it's a staple of Christmas and Thanksgiving feasts.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and moderate in fat, providing essential nutrients like B vitamins, selenium, and zinc; a typical serving of roasted turkey (about 3-4 ounces) contains roughly 150-200 calories, depending on the cut and preparation.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	330 kcal
Protein	40 g
Carbs	0 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	70 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Niacin (B3)	10 mg
Vitamin B6	0.7 mg
Selenium	40 mcg
Zinc	4 mg
Iron	2 mg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg

Per 1 serving (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the Christmas turkey symbolizes abundance and celebration, while nutritionally, it's a lean protein source that can be part of a balanced holiday meal, especially when paired with vegetable sides to offset its richness.