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20g Protein Turkey Burger Recipe

Emily Carter
20g Protein Turkey Burger Recipe features lentil-quinoa patties, savory spices, and classic burger toppings in a filling vegan meal.

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 410 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Cooked lentils — 1½ cups
  • Cooked quinoa — 1 cup
  • Breadcrumbs — ½ cup
  • Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
  • Soy sauce — 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic — 2 cloves minced
  • Onion powder — 1 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika — 1 teaspoon
  • Salt — ½ teaspoon
  • Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
  • Burger buns — 4
  • Lettuce — 4 leaves
  • Tomato — 1 large sliced

Instructions
 

  • Add lentils (1½ cups) and quinoa (1 cup) into a mixing bowl.
  • Mash mixture until slightly chunky.
  • Add breadcrumbs (½ cup) and soy sauce (1 tablespoon).
  • Stir in garlic (2 cloves), onion powder (1 teaspoon), and smoked paprika (1 teaspoon).
  • Season with salt (½ teaspoon) and black pepper (¼ teaspoon).
  • Shape mixture into 4 patties.
  • Heat olive oil (2 tablespoons) in a skillet.
  • Cook patties 6–7 minutes per side.
  • Assemble patties inside buns with lettuce and tomato.

Notes

Nutritional values (per serving)

Calories: 410
Total Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
Carbohydrates: 60 g
Fiber: 11 g
Protein: 20 g

Vitamins and minerals (per serving)

Iron: 24%
Magnesium: 20%
Potassium: 15%
Zinc: 12%
Vitamin B6: 14%

Any additional notes/tips to enhance the flavor for the recipe

  • Toast buns lightly before serving.
  • Add avocado slices for creaminess.
  • Spread vegan mustard sauce.
  • Chill patties before cooking.
  • Add pickled onions for tangy flavor.