If you’re looking to switch up your dinner options with a leaner protein, without losing out on flavor & moisture, these turkey burgers are for you! ย I like to buy ground turkey every now & then so I don’t get too burnt on ground beef~ gotta switch things up sometimes.
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I know turkey comes with a negative connotation sometimes; many people hear turkey & think “dry, flavorless, health food, diet, etc.”… not fun words. ย These turkey burgers will change your mind! ย
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I stuff them with tons of veggies for nutrients, egg whites for moisture, and fresh garlic and sun dried tomatoes for big flavor. ย
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No need for a bun either – I throw these guys on top of a salad, or just eat them on their own with a fork & knife (and homemade oven fries or crispy green beans!)
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These are really simple to make & can easily be stored in the refrigerator for a quick protein option during the week. ย You could also freeze the patties before cooking and save them for a rainy day.ย
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I hope you enjoy these juicy, flavorful burgers! ย They are so delicious, you’ll never believe they’re Whole30 and Paleo!
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(PS: ย See my notes under the recipe for tips & suggestions!)
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Savory Stuffed Turkey Burgers | Paleo, Whole30
Servings: 4
Calories: 161kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms, roughly chopped
- handful arugula or baby spinach torn
- 1/4 cup diced white onion
- 1 tsp ghee
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp sun dried tomatoes, julienned then chopped
- 2 egg whites
- pinch salt and pepper
Instructions
- Melt the ghee in a skillet over medium heat.ย Add the mushrooms, onion, garlic, and arugula, and cook until the veggies just begin to soften and greens are wilted (about 3 minutes).
- Transfer to a large bowl, and allow to cool.ย Stir in the remaining ingredients (turkey, egg whites, salt & pepper).*
- Divide the mixture & shape into 4* equally sized patties. I pinch with my fingers to make them a little thinner in the middle (helps keep them from getting too round when they cook). Sprinkle each side with salt & pepper.
- Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat, and coat with cooking oil of your choice (I like avocado oil). Add all four patties to the skillet and cook for 6 minutes.ย Flip the burgers, and continue cooking for 4 minutes.
- Serve hot!
Notes
- Step one is optional!ย If you’re short on time, just mix the raw veggies in without sautรฉing (this just adds more flavor).ย They will cook just fine with the burgers!
- If your meat mixture doesn’t seem firm enough to form a patty, add a couple of tablespoons of flour (almond, coconut, whatever you have on hand).
- You can also make these into smaller patties, and treat them more like a slider.ย
- Feel free to substitute whatever other mix-ins you like:ย green onion, bacon, prosciutto, roasted peppers, etc.
Nutrition
Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 503mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 51IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg
6 Comments
Julie B
March 1, 2014 at 7:43 pmThese look yummy! I might have to make them for dinner. U want to come over and have one too?????
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Nikki R.
July 1, 2015 at 1:06 amHi Jessie!
Thanks for the idea. Tried this today and I LOVE it.
Tina
June 21, 2016 at 1:36 pmWith the mushrooms and onions that should be the perfect combination of moist and crispy.
Leah
August 23, 2016 at 4:07 amHi! Has anyone ever baked these in the oven instead of frying? I am not good at frying! Lol!