Turkey Patties
These flavorful Turkey Patties are the perfect high protein meal for busy weeknights or meal prep! Made with lean ground turkey, spinach, feta, and herbs, this easy turkey patties recipe is packed with nutrition and ready in just 20 minutes. Whether you're serving them bunless or as ground turkey burgers, they deliver 34g of protein per serving. Light, juicy, and full of Mediterranean flavor, these ground turkey patties are a healthy and satisfying option for your weekly dinner rotation!
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey 93% lean or higher
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion finely diced (or green onions)
- 2 cloves garlic minced (or 1 tsp jarred garlic)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped (or 1/2 tsp dried dill)
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano finely chopped (or 1/2 tsp dried oregano)
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled (optional, omit for lower fat)
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Optional for Serving:
- Tzatziki sauce green salad, caprese salad, or roasted vegetables
Instructions
- Mix the Patties: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb ground turkey, 1 cup chopped spinach, 1/4 cup diced red onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1 tbsp fresh oregano, 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 cup crumbled feta (if using). Mix gently with your hands or a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
- Shape the Patties: Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape into small patties (about 3 oz each) for bunless servings. Alternatively, form 4 larger patties (4-6 oz each) for Turkey Patties to serve as burgers.
- Cook the Patties: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve: Serve 2 small Turkey Patties per person (or 1 larger patty as a burger) with tzatziki sauce, a green salad, caprese salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete high protein meal.
Notes
- Don’t Overmix: Gently combine ingredients to keep the Turkey Patties tender and juicy.
- Check Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the patties reach 165°F for safe eating in this high protein meal.
- Even Patties: Shape patties uniformly for consistent cooking and presentation.
- Keep Moist: Avoid overcooking to maintain the juiciness of these Turkey Patties; a slight pink center is fine as long as the internal temperature is reached.
- Prep Ahead: Form patties in advance and refrigerate for up to 24 hours for a quick high protein meal.