Ground turkey gets a serious upgrade here, seasoned with fresh sage, bright lemon zest, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a whisper of dried thyme that makes every bite feel intentional and fresh. Garlic-infused olive oil does double duty — it goes into the mix for flavor and into the pan for a gorgeous, deep golden sear that you'll want to show off. The technique of pressing a small dimple into the center of each patty is a simple trick that keeps them flat and even as they cook, so you're not fighting a puffed-up dome when you flip. Many packaged turkey patties and seasoning blends sneak in fillers or flour-based binders that can be a real concern, but this recipe is built entirely from whole, straightforward ingredients with nothing hidden in the mix. A quick rest after cooking locks in the juices, and a squeeze of fresh lemon at the table ties the whole dish together with a little extra brightness. These are weeknight-easy but polished enough to serve to company.
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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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