Healthy High Protein Burger (Printable)
Juicy lean protein patties with fresh toppings, ready in 30 minutes for a wholesome satisfying meal.
# What You Need:
→ Burger Patties
01 - 1.1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 2 tbsp rolled oats
04 - 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion
05 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
08 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Toppings
11 - 4 whole wheat burger buns or lettuce leaves
12 - 4 slices ripe tomato
13 - 4 leaves crisp lettuce
14 - 4 slices red onion
15 - 4 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
16 - 1 small avocado, sliced
# How To Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey or chicken, egg, oats, red onion, Dijon mustard, garlic, parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined—do not overwork the meat.
02 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 1/2 inch thick. Press gently to form without compacting the meat.
03 - Preheat a nonstick skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface if needed.
04 - Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
05 - Lightly toast whole wheat buns if desired for added texture and warmth.
06 - Place a lettuce leaf on the bun base, top with a cooked patty, Greek yogurt, tomato, onion, avocado slices if using, and finish with the top bun.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get all the satisfaction of a classic burger without the heavy feeling afterwards
- The Greek yogurt sauce trick was a happy accident that transformed my burger game forever
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- Overworking the meat makes tough burgers, so mix gently and stop as soon as everything is combined
- Letting the patties rest for 5 minutes after cooking helps them retain their juices
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- A digital meat thermometer is the difference between guessing perfectly cooked turkey and drying it out
- The center depression trick prevents that annoying burger dome while cooking