Carrageenan Free Lemon Sage Turkey Patties
Ground turkey patties can be a minefield when it comes to processed additives — carrageenan shows up as a binder or filler in plenty of pre-seasoned or packaged turkey products, making label-reading a frustrating necessity. This recipe sidesteps all of that by starting with plain ground turkey and building every bit of flavor from scratch with fresh herbs and citrus. The combination of finely chopped sage, bright lemon zest, a squeeze of fresh juice, and garlic-infused olive oil makes these patties genuinely aromatic and satisfying — nothing hidden, nothing unnecessary. A pinch of dried thyme rounds out the seasoning without overwhelming the fresh notes. The thumb-dimple trick keeps each patty flat and even as it cooks, so you get that deep golden crust on both sides without any guesswork. Finished at 165°F and rested just long enough to stay juicy, these are the kind of weeknight patties that feel a little more special than the effort required. A squeeze of lemon right before eating ties the whole thing together beautifully.
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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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