adapted from messycook.blogspot.com
yield: 4 burgers
1 lb lean ground turkey
1 egg white beaten
1/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped roasted red pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tsp dill
1 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp each fresh ground salt & pepper
4 whole wheat pitas
Suggested toppings:
hummus
yogurt sauce (see below)
spinach
feta cheese
sliced cucumbers
red onion slices
tomatoes
In a large mixing bowl combine turkey, egg and breadcrumbs. Knead with hand until mostly incorporated, then add remaining ingredients and gently mix until thoroughly combined. Form mixture into patties. Pan fry the patties over medium high heat in a large non stick skillet, cooking about 5 minutes each side. Serve in pita pouch with desired toppings.
Yogurt Sauce
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 cloves garlic minced
2 teaspoons dill, chopped
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information (not including condiments) Serving Size: 1 Burger and 1 Pita. Calories: 382 Fat: 10.4g Sat Fat: 3.0g Cholesterol: 81mg Sodium: 642 mg Carbohydrates: 43.7g Fiber: 5.6g Protein: 31.1g
This printable recipe from StartingtoSimmer.blogspot.com
