Turkey Burger Salad Bowl (Printable Version)
Protein-packed salad bowl featuring juicy turkey patties, crisp greens, and vibrant veggies with a light dressing. Wholesome and satisfying.
# What You Need:
→ Turkey Patties
01 - 1.1 lbs ground turkey
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
→ Salad Base
10 - 5 oz mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, baby spinach, romaine)
11 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
13 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 1 avocado, diced
15 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
→ Dressing
16 - 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
17 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
18 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
19 - 1 teaspoon honey
20 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
21 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, finely diced onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, smoked paprika, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until all ingredients are just incorporated.
02 - Divide the mixture into four equal portions and carefully form them into individual burger patties.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the hot skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until they are thoroughly cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
04 - While the turkey patties are cooking, arrange the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, diced avocado, and shredded carrots evenly into four serving bowls.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, honey, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth and well combined.
06 - Carefully place one cooked turkey patty onto each prepared salad bowl. Drizzle generously with the freshly made yogurt dressing and serve immediately.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- It's incredibly satisfying and feels like a treat, without being heavy.
- You'll adore how quickly it comes together, making weeknight dinners a breeze.
02 -
- Overmixing turkey patties makes them tough and dry; gentle handling is key for tender results.
- Fresh lemon juice in the dressing really brightens all the flavors; bottled juice just doesn't compare.
03 -
- To keep your avocado from browning in advance, toss diced pieces gently with a squeeze of extra lemon juice.
- If you're making this for meal prep, store the dressing separately and add it right before serving to prevent soggy greens.