Heart-Healthy Cheesy Turkey Patties
Elevate your healthy eating with these irresistible Heart-Healthy Cheesy Turkey Patties—bursting with flavor, nutrition, and low-fat goodness! Crafted from lean ground turkey, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and nutrient-packed baby spinach, these patties strike the perfect balance between indulgence and heart-smart choices. Rolled oats provide a wholesome twist, while egg whites and herbs like oregano ensure a tender, flavorful result. Quick to prepare in under 35 minutes, these golden-brown patties make a versatile meal option—perfect for serving solo with a crisp salad or tucked into a sandwich for a protein-packed bite. Ideal for anyone seeking a delicious, low-fat, high-protein dinner recipe, these turkey patties are destined to become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground turkey
- 100 grams reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 50 grams rolled oats
- 1 large egg white
- 50 grams baby spinach
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 as needed cooking spray
Instructions
Finely chop the red onion, garlic, and baby spinach, setting them aside for later.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped onion, garlic, baby spinach, and rolled oats.
Grate the reduced-fat cheddar cheese and add it to the turkey mixture.
Add the egg white, ground black pepper, salt, and dried oregano to the bowl. Mix all the ingredients until they are well combined, but be careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a small patty about 2 cm thick.
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat the skillet with cooking spray if necessary.
Place the turkey patties in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until the patties are golden brown and fully cooked through.
Ensure the internal temperature of the patties reaches at least 165°F (74°C) to ensure they are safely cooked.
Once cooked, remove the patties from the skillet and let them rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve the patties warm, either on their own or as a sandwich filler, accompanied by a fresh salad or steamed vegetables of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.0 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.2 g | 141% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 426 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 2276 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 133.7 g | 267% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 833 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 483 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
