SERVES 4 • PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES • COOK TIME: 15 MINUTES
LOW-CARB • LOW-FAT/LOW-CHOLESTEROL • LOW-SODIUM
5-INGREDIENT, 30 MINUTES OR LESS
These juicy burgers are seasoned with a flavor-forward Mediterranean blend and are a hit with my whole family, especially my 2-year-old son, Jacob. I packed these burgers with vitamin C–rich cauliflower and potassium-rich frozen spinach to add a heart-healthy boost and bind the burger. Garnish this dish with sliced red onion, tomato, and fresh spinach, or pair it with
Cauliflower Steak with Arugula-Basil Pesto
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2 cups cauliflower florets (about ½ medium cauliflower head)
1 small yellow onion, quartered
8 ounces frozen spinach, thawed
1 pound lean ground turkey
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Set an oven rack 6 inches from the broiler and preheat the oven to broil. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a blender, pulse the cauliflower and onion for 1 to 2 minutes, until they are minced.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the spinach, cauliflower and onion mixture, turkey, and the spice blend. Mix well and form into 8 medium patties and place them on the baking sheet.
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Broil for 10 minutes on one side, flip when lightly golden and juicy, and then broil for 3 minutes on the other side until golden brown. Serve on a whole wheat bun with lettuce and tomato, on top of a salad, or in a collard green wrap. The burgers can be
stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
SUBSTITUTION TIP:
Swap the cauliflower for 1 cup of broccoli florets for a greener and slightly firmer burger. Broccoli has more vitamin K than cauliflower, so be mindful if you are tracking your vitamin K intake.
Per serving (2 burgers):
Calories: 206, Total fat: 10g, Saturated fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 84mg, Sodium: 134mg, Potassium: 600mg, Magnesium: 69mg, Carbohydrates: 7g, Sugars: 2g, Fiber: 3g, Protein: 25g, Added sugar: 0g, Vitamin K: 216mcg