Macadamia Free Lemon Sage Turkey Patties
These bright, herby turkey patties are the kind of weeknight dinner that feels a little special without requiring much effort. Fresh sage and lemon zest do the heavy lifting here, giving lean ground turkey a fragrant, savory lift that tastes far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Garlic-infused olive oil adds depth both inside the patties and in the pan, creating those irresistible golden-brown edges you want from a good skillet cook. The thumb-dimple trick keeps each patty flat and even as it cooks, so you get consistent results every time without any guesswork. Because everything is built from whole, straightforward ingredients, you never have to second-guess what's hiding in the mix — no nut-based fillers, no mystery oils, just clean flavors you can actually trace. A squeeze of fresh lemon at the table ties it all together and makes the whole plate pop. These are equally at home tucked into a bun, sliced over a salad, or served simply alongside roasted vegetables.
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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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