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Zucchini Mint Turkey Burgers with Yogurt Sauce

Recipe from Good Food Good Mood cookbook

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup grated zucchini, liquid squeezed out
  • 2 Tbsp grated red onion
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 egg
  • 3 Tbsp finely chopped fresh mint
  • 3 Tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp granulated garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • pinch pepper
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Yogurt Sauce

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated cucumber
  • 2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped mint
  • 1 tsp sumac
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp honey
  • pinch pepper

To Serve (optional)

  • 4 burger buns
  • butter lettuce or cabbage leaves
  • roasted sweet potato discs (as buns)

Instructions

  • Place all burger ingredients (except the oil) in a bowl, combine well. Using a 1/2 cup scoop, shape into patties.
  • Place on a late, cover and freeze for 15 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 F and line with parchment paper.
  • While oven is heating, place a skillet on medium-high heat and swirl with oil. Once put put the patties down and cook 4-5 minutes per side until crisp. Then place on baking sheet to cook for an additonal 7-10 minutes until internal temperature reads 165 F.