Healthy Turkey
with Sweet Potato Mash & Avocado Spinach Salad 
The ultimate high-protein, feel-good meal — perfect for meal prep, weight loss goals, or a nourishing lunch that leaves you energized!
This plate brings together a juicy turkey burger, creamy sweet potato mash, and a fresh, colorful spinach salad with avocado. Balanced, delicious, and ready in just 35 minutes!
Ingredients:
For the Turkey :
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
For the Sweet Potato Mash:
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil
- 1/4 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Avocado Spinach Salad:
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Make the Turkey Burgers:
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs (or almond flour), egg, minced garlic, parsley, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Form the mixture into 4–5 patties and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the patties for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden and fully cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
Prepare the Sweet Potato Mash:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add cubed sweet potatoes and boil for about 15 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain and mash with butter, milk, cinnamon (if using), and salt until smooth and creamy.
Make the Avocado Spinach Salad:
- In a mixing bowl, toss together spinach, diced avocado, and cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Toss gently to coat evenly.
Assemble & Serve:
- Plate your juicy turkey burger with a hearty scoop of sweet potato mash and a fresh avocado spinach salad.
- Enjoy every delicious, wholesome bite!
Quick Meal Details:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: ~500 per serving
- Protein: ~45g per serving
Meal Prep & Variations:
- Meal Prep Tip: Double the burger batch and freeze extras for easy lunches!
- Low-Carb Version: Swap sweet potatoes for mashed cauliflower.
- Flavor Boost: Add a sprinkle of feta or goat cheese to the salad!
Save this recipe for a quick, high-protein meal idea — perfect for busy weeks or when you just want something healthy and satisfying without the hassle!
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