Turkey Burger Sweet Potato (Print View)
Lean turkey patties served with golden baked sweet potato fries for a nutritious main dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Turkey Burgers
01 - 1.1 lbs ground turkey
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
11 - 4 whole wheat burger buns
→ Sweet Potato Fries
12 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick fries
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil
14 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
15 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
16 - 1/2 tsp salt
17 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Burger Toppings
18 - 4 lettuce leaves
19 - 4 tomato slices
20 - 4 red onion slices
21 - Ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise (optional)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Bake fries for 30 to 35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and edges are crisp.
04 - While fries bake, combine ground turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, parsley, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
05 - Shape the turkey mixture into 4 evenly sized patties.
06 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook patties 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
07 - Toast burger buns lightly if desired.
08 - Place turkey patties on buns and top each with lettuce, tomato, onion, and optional sauces.
09 - Serve burgers immediately with sweet potato fries on the side.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Turkey stays incredibly moist when you don't overmix the patties, and one bite proves it's not the bland health food you might expect.
- Sweet potato fries emerge from the oven golden and crispy without any deep frying, which means your kitchen doesn't smell like oil for days.
- The whole thing comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels like you actually tried.
02 -
- The biggest mistake people make is overmixing the turkey, which sounds small but completely changes the texture from tender to dense and rubbery.
- Sweet potato fries need enough space on the baking sheet to actually roast—crowding them causes steaming instead, and you'll lose that crucial crispiness.
- Don't cook the burgers on high heat; medium heat lets them cook through evenly without burning the exterior before the inside is done.
03 -
- Chill your turkey mixture in the fridge for 15 minutes before forming patties—it makes them easier to shape and they hold together better during cooking.
- If you're grilling instead of pan-frying, oil the grates well and keep the heat at medium, checking frequently since burgers can stick and fall apart on a grill if you're not attentive.