Turkey Broccoli and Quinoa Burgers (Printable)
Juicy turkey patties with quinoa and broccoli, packed with protein and herbs for a healthy meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main
01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 cup cooked quinoa (about 1/3 cup dry)
03 - 1 cup finely chopped steamed broccoli florets
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1/3 cup finely chopped green onions
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
08 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
09 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
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12 - 2 tbsp olive oil (for pan-frying)
# How To Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, cooked quinoa, chopped broccoli, egg, green onions, garlic, parsley, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep patties tender.
02 - Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty approximately 1 inch thick. Press gently to compact without packing too tightly.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
04 - Add patties to the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
05 - Transfer burgers to a plate and let rest for 2–3 minutes. This allows juices to redistribute for maximum moisture.
06 - Serve on gluten-free buns, lettuce wraps, or on their own with your favorite toppings.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The quinoa keeps these burgers incredibly moist without any heavy breadcrumbs
- They reheat beautifully for meal prep lunches that actually taste good
02 -
- Warm quinoa = crumbly burgers, so always let it cool first
- A food thermometer is your best friend for perfectly cooked turkey
03 -
- Mix the ingredients in the morning and refrigerate, the flavors meld beautifully
- Double the batch and freeze uncooked patties between parchment paper