Turkey Broccoli and Quinoa Burgers (Printable)
Lean turkey patties loaded with quinoa and fresh broccoli for a nutritious, satisfying meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Burger Mixture
01 - 1 pound 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 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ For Cooking
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
# Directions:
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 prevent tough patties.
02 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty approximately 1 inch thick. Press gently to compact without compressing too tightly.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
04 - Add patties to the hot pan and cook for 6–8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Verify doneness with a meat thermometer—internal temperature should reach 165°F.
05 - Transfer burgers to a plate and let rest for 2–3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. Serve on gluten-free buns, lettuce wraps, or standalone with desired toppings.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The quinoa keeps these incredibly moist without any heavy breadcrumbs
- You can prep everything ahead and they actually taste better the next day
02 -
- Do not press down on the burgers with your spatula while they cook
- The patties will feel soft before cooking but firm up beautifully once seared
03 -
- Chill the shaped patties for 15 minutes before cooking to help them hold together
- Use a kitchen scale to ensure perfectly equal sized patties every time