Turkey Broccoli and Quinoa Burgers (Printable Version)
Savory turkey patties packed with quinoa and broccoli for a protein-rich, satisfying meal ready in 35 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
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01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 cup cooked quinoa
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
→ For Cooking
12 - 2 tbsp olive oil
# 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 well combined—do not overmix.
02 - Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 1 inch thick.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
04 - Add the patties and cook for 6–8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
05 - Let burgers rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
06 - Serve on gluten-free buns, lettuce wraps, or as desired with your favorite toppings.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They stay remarkably moist thanks to the quinoa and broccoli, never dry like some turkey burgers can be
- The prep comes together in one bowl and cooks faster than you can set the table
- You can customize the herbs and spices endlessly based on what you have in your crisper drawer
02 -
- Overmixing the meat mixture makes tough burgers, so mix just until everything is incorporated
- These patties are more delicate than beef burgers, so flip them carefully and let them develop a crust before moving them
- Letting them rest is absolutely crucial or all those delicious juices will escape onto your plate instead of staying in the burger
03 -
- Chill the patties for 15 minutes before cooking if they feel too soft to handle
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like things with a little kick