Turkey Zucchini Burgers
Enjoy lean, flavorful Turkey Zucchini Burgers. Packed with zucchini, feta, and spices, these burgers are a healthy twist on a classic. Perfect for a delicious, guilt-free meal!
Servings: 8
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup zucchini shredded
- 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup parsley finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic grated
- 1/2 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Shred the zucchini and place it into a strainer with a pinch of salt. Let it drain while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
- Place ground turkey in a large mixing bowl. Add chopped onion, parsley, grated garlic, breadcrumbs, feta cheese, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Squeeze excess moisture from the zucchini by pressing gently in the strainer, or use a kitchen towel if needed. Add to the bowl and combine all ingredients together with a spatula or a fork.
- Beat the egg lightly in a small bowl and add it last to the mix. Mix again until well combined.
- Form 8 patties with your hands (or 6 if you want larger patties). If needed, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until you are ready to cook them.
- Cook on medium high heat in a cast iron skillet with a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking. . It takes about 5 minutes per side and should have a bit of a crisp brown look on each side.
- Preheat a cast iron grill on medium high and brush it with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Allow the patties to cook undisturbed for approximately 5 minutes on one side. Prior to turning them over, lightly baste the top surface with the remaining olive oil.
- Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, or until the patties are no longer pink in the middle and have achieved a nice brown crust on the outside (internal temperature should reach 165°F for safe consumption).
Notes
These patties can also be prepared in a skillet using a touch of olive oil.
It's advised not to use an outdoor grill for cooking, as the raw patties have a soft texture that could prove challenging to manage.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Total Carbohydrate: 5g | Protein: 16g | Total Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 247mg | Potassium: 256mg | Dietary Fiber: 1g | Total Sugars: 1g | Vitamin A: 281IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Vitamin D: 0.4µg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 1mg | Includes Added Sugar: 0g