BHA & BHT Free Lemon Sage Turkey Patties
Ground turkey patties can feel like a blank canvas, but fresh sage and bright lemon zest transform these into something genuinely craveable. The garlic-infused olive oil does double duty — binding the mix and creating a gorgeous golden crust in the skillet — while the combination of lemon juice and zest keeps every bite tasting clean and vibrant. Many packaged turkey products and bottled seasonings quietly contain synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT, so building the flavor from scratch with whole herbs and fresh citrus is the smartest move here. Mixing just until combined and pressing that little thumb dimple into each patty are the two small tricks that keep the texture tender rather than dense. A quick sear over medium heat locks in the juices, and pulling them at exactly 165°F means they stay moist instead of drying out. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and a few fresh sage leaves, and you have a weeknight dinner that looks and tastes far more effortful than it actually is.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, divided
- 2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
- fresh sage leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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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