Healthy High Protein Burger (Printable Version)
Lean ground turkey burger with herbs, vegetables, and oats for a protein-packed meal ready in 30 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
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# How To Make It:
01 - Combine ground turkey or chicken, egg, oats, red onion, Dijon mustard, garlic, parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined, avoiding overworking the meat.
02 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty approximately 1/2 inch thick for even cooking.
03 - Heat a nonstick skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface if necessary to prevent sticking.
04 - Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - Lightly toast whole wheat buns if desired for added texture and flavor.
06 - Layer lettuce on the bun base, add cooked patty, top with Greek yogurt, tomato, onion, avocado if using, and finish with the top bun.
# Expert Advice:
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- You get all the satisfaction of a burger without the heavy grease coma afterward
- The Greek yogurt sauce trick makes you feel like you are indulging while staying completely on track
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- I learned the hard way that squeezing the patties while they cook pushes out all the juices, so resist the urge
- Letting the meat sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking helps them cook more evenly
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- Chilling the patties for 30 minutes before cooking helps them hold their shape better
- The thumb indentation trick is literally a game changer for evenly cooked burgers