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Turkey Burgers

Turkey Burgers

By: Naomi Sherman

Higher in protein and lower in fat than chicken, turkey is often overlooked as a protein. I love to use turkey breast steaks and pulse them in my food processor to make the minced meat. This way, I know exactly what is in my burger.


Servings

8

Prep time

Cook time

Recipe


Ingredients

  • 1 zucchini, approx. 300g, grated
  • 800g turkey breast steaks
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • Zest ½ lemon
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 shallot, finely diced
  • Green Goodness Dressing:
  • ½ cup Greek yoghurt
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 4 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped finely
  • Zest ½ lemon
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ground pepper
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Method


  • Squeeze moisture out of the grated zucchini using a clean tea towel.
  • Place turkey breast steaks into your food processor and pulse until they are minced.
  • Put turkey, zucchini and all of the other ingredients into a large bowl and mix well with your hands until they are thoroughly combined.
  • Divide into 8 portions and shape into patties.
  • Cook them in whichever way you prefer (see note below).
  • Place all of the dressing ingredients into a small blender and blitz until creamy and bright green.
  • Serve with lots of fresh greens on a brioche or milk bun drizzled with Green Goodness Dressing.

  

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Naomi Sherman

Naomi Sherman

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