Healthy High Protein Burger (Printable version)
Juicy lean meat patties with fresh veggies and whole wheat buns deliver 32g protein per serving.
# Ingredient List:
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# How to Make It:
01 - Combine ground turkey or chicken, egg, oats, red onion, Dijon mustard, garlic, parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined—avoid overworking the meat.
02 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and form each into a patty approximately 1/2 inch thick.
03 - Heat a nonstick skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface if necessary.
04 - Grill patties for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - Lightly toast whole wheat buns if desired.
06 - Layer each burger starting with lettuce leaf on the bun base, followed by patty, Greek yogurt, tomato, onion, avocado if using, and top bun.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- You get that classic burger satisfaction without the heavy grease coma afterwards
- The patties stay incredibly juicy thanks to a simple trick with oats and egg
- Everything comes together in under 30 minutes even on busy weeknights
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- Letting the patties rest for 2 minutes after cooking keeps all those juices inside instead of running onto your plate
- The Greek yogurt sauce works best if you stir it with a pinch of salt and garlic powder first
- These reheat surprisingly well for tomorrow's lunch—just wrap them individually in foil before warming
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- Don't press down on the patties while cooking—you'll squeeze out all those precious juices
- Warm your Greek yogurt slightly so it doesn't cool down your hot patty
- If mixture feels too sticky to shape, chill it in the fridge for 15 minutes first