Garlic-Herb Turkey Burgers
This recipe is great for those of you who are on an Elimination Diet as it is very easy to make, and when paired with plenty of vegetables, it becomes a very nourishing, anti-inflammatory meal. We like to use lettuce leaves or napa cabbage leaves as our "buns" for burgers, though sometimes my children like the extra carbohydrates of a gluten-free bun (they are so active and hungry all the time)!
Look for organic ground turkey at your local food co-op or health food store—sometimes it's in the freezer section. I make turkey burgers about once a week (especially now with the warmer weather). Sometimes I omit the chopped fresh herbs and add a tablespoon or two of a good quality Thai curry paste. I also replace the parsley with cilantro. My children really love this Thai-flavored version too!
Serve burgers with baked sweet potato fries if you are on the Elimination Diet. If not, try some potato fries. My kids love homemade baked oven fries using russet potatoes that are seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, sea salt, and avocado oil. In the summertime I also like to grill summer squash from my garden using my cast iron grill pan on the stove to serve with these burgers. Serve burgers with a garden salad and a homemade dressing for a balanced, nourishing meal!
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Garlic-Herb Turkey Burgers
Set out a plate of lettuce leaves to wrap your burgers in and any condiments. Try stone ground mustard (Eden brand is acceptable during the Elimination Diet), grilled yellow onions, sliced avocados, fresh tomato slices (use during Phase 3 for nightshade reintroduction), or whatever else you like to use! Uncooked burger patties can be stored in a covered container in between pieces of parchment paper for up to 3 days.
While the burgers are cooking, grill onions slices and zucchini along with the burgers! The burgers are delicious topped with grilled sliced onions!
Burgers
For Serving
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium to medium-low heat (depending on your stove).
- Place all ingredients into a bowl and mix together using a fork or your hands.
- Form into four patties.
- Add a little olive oil or avocado oil to your pan.
- Cook for about 5 minutes on each side or until cooked through and not pink on the inside.
- Serve with your favorite condiments, gluten-free buns, or lettuce leaves.
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Alissa Segersten, MS, CN
Alissa Segersten, MS, CN, is the founder of Nourishing Meals®, an online meal-planning membership with over 1,800 nourishing recipes and tools to support dietary change and better health. As a functional nutritionist, professional recipe developer, and author of The Whole Life Nutrition Cookbook, Nourishing Meals, and co-author of The Elimination Diet, she helps people overcome health challenges through food. A mother of five, Alissa understands the importance of creating nutrient-dense meals for the whole family. Rooted in science and deep nourishment, her work makes healthy eating accessible, empowering thousands to transform their well-being through food.Nourishing Meals Newsletter
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