Turkey Burger Salad Bowl (Printable)
Fresh salad bowl featuring turkey patties, mixed greens, vegetables, and zesty yogurt dressing for a satisfying meal.
# What goes in:
→ Turkey Patties
01 - 1.1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - 0.75 teaspoon salt
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
→ Salad
09 - 4 cups mixed salad greens
10 - 1 large tomato, diced
11 - 1 cucumber, sliced
12 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
13 - 1 small avocado, sliced
14 - 0.33 cup crumbled feta cheese
→ Yogurt Dressing
15 - 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
16 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
17 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
18 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
19 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
20 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Combine ground turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt in a large bowl. Mix gently until ingredients are just incorporated, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
02 - Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a compact burger patty approximately 0.75 inch thick.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place patties in the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer cooked patties to a plate and allow to rest.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together plain Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
05 - Distribute mixed salad greens evenly among 4 serving bowls. Arrange diced tomato, sliced cucumber, sliced bell pepper, and sliced avocado over the greens in each bowl.
06 - Slice each rested turkey patty into strips. Place sliced patty portions on top of the vegetables in each bowl. Sprinkle 0.33 cup crumbled feta cheese evenly across all servings.
07 - Drizzle each bowl with yogurt dressing immediately before serving to maintain crispness of the greens.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The turkey patties are incredibly moist but dont leave you feeling heavy like beef sometimes can.
- You can prep most components ahead of time, making this perfect for those evenings when youre exhausted but still want something fresh and nourishing.
02 -
- Overmixing the turkey will make your patties tough and rubbery, so stop as soon as ingredients are combined.
- Letting the patties rest for about 5 minutes after cooking makes all the difference in keeping them juicy when you slice them.
03 -
- Toast some pine nuts or pepitas to sprinkle on top for an extra dimension of texture that elevates the entire bowl.
- Make a double batch of the yogurt dressing to use throughout the week on everything from grain bowls to roasted vegetables.