Turkey Broccoli and Quinoa Burgers (Printable)
Juicy turkey patties with quinoa and broccoli for a protein-packed, healthy meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Burger Mixture
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 Steps:
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 to maintain tender texture.
02 - Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty approximately 1 inch thick. Ensure edges are pressed firmly to prevent crumbling during cooking.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. The oil should shimmer slightly when ready.
04 - Add patties to the heated skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes per side. Cook until golden brown with a crisp exterior and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - Transfer cooked burgers to a plate and let rest for 2–3 minutes. This allows juices to redistribute throughout the patties.
06 - Serve on gluten-free buns, lettuce wraps, or as desired with your favorite toppings and condiments.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get all the comfort of a burger without that heavy feeling afterward
- The quinoa keeps them incredibly moist even as leftovers
- They freeze beautifully so weeknight dinners become effortless
02 -
- Overmixing makes tough burgers so fold everything together like you mean it but gently
- Letting them rest is the secret to juicy burgers every single time
03 -
- Chop your broccoli smaller than you think you need to so every bite has even texture
- Warm your cooked quinoa slightly before mixing if it's cold from the fridge