These bright, herby turkey patties are the kind of weeknight dinner that feels a little fancy without any real fuss. Fresh sage and lemon zest do the heavy lifting here, giving the ground turkey a fragrant, citrusy lift that makes every bite genuinely exciting. A touch of garlic-infused olive oil goes into both the mix and the pan, so the flavor builds from the inside out and you get that gorgeous golden crust on the outside. The thumb-dimple trick keeps the patties flat and even as they cook, which means no puffing, no guesswork, and a beautifully consistent sear every time. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, these are naturally free of fillers, binders, and breadcrumbs — just clean, whole ingredients that hold together on their own. Serve them with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a few extra sage leaves for a plate that looks as good as it tastes.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, 1 tbsp of the garlic-infused olive oil, chopped sage, lemon zest, lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Mix with your hands until just combined — do not overwork the meat.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and press each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Press a shallow dimple into the center of each patty with your thumb to help them cook evenly without puffing.
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