Turkey Cauliflower Burgers
These juicy burgers are seasoned with a flavor-forward Mediterranean blend and are a hit with my whole family, especially my 2-year-old son, Jacob. I packed these burgers with vitamin C–rich cauliflower and potassium-rich frozen spinach to add a heart-healthy boost and bind the burger. Garnish this dish with sliced red onion, tomato, and fresh spinach.
Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp. ground turmeric
- ½ tsp. smoked paprika
- ½ tsp. ground cumin
- 2 c. cauliflower florets (about ½ medium cauliflower head)
- 1 small yellow onion, quartered
- 8 oz. frozen spinach, thawed
- 1 lb. lean ground turkey
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Instructions:
- Make the Mediterranean Seasoning Rub Blend: in an empty spice container, mix the garlic powder, pepper, turmeric, paprika, and cumin until well combined.
- Set an oven rack 6 inches from the broiler and preheat the oven to broil. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a blender, pulse the cauliflower and onion for 1 to 2 minutes, until they are minced.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the spinach, cauliflower and onion mixture, turkey, and 1½ teaspoons of the spice blend. Mix well and form into 8 medium patties and place them on the baking sheet.
- Broil for 10 minutes on one side, flip when lightly golden and juicy, and then broil for 3 minutes on the other side until golden brown. Serve on a whole wheat bun with lettuce and tomato, on top of a salad, or in a collard green wrap. The burgers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Substitution tip: Swap the cauliflower for 1 cup of broccoli florets for a greener and slightly firmer burger. Broccoli has more vitamin K than cauliflower, so be mindful if you are tracking your vitamin K intake.
