Turkey Patties With Arugula Pea Salad (Printable)
Seasoned turkey patties served with fresh arugula, sweet peas, and mint in a light lemon dressing.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Turkey Patties
01 - 1.1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 egg
05 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
07 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
10 - 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
→ For the Arugula Pea Salad
11 - 4 cups fresh arugula
12 - 1 cup fresh or frozen peas (blanched if frozen)
13 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
16 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
17 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
18 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 - Combine ground turkey, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until just combined—do not overmix to maintain tender patties.
02 - With damp hands to prevent sticking, shape the mixture into 8 small equal-sized patties, approximately 1/2 inch thick.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add patties and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
04 - Place arugula, peas, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and mint in a large salad bowl.
05 - Whisk together extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
06 - Drizzle dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine evenly without bruising the arugula.
07 - Arrange turkey patties on plates and serve immediately alongside the arugula pea salad.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The smoky paprika in the patties gives them this incredible depth that people never quite expect from turkey
- That bright peppery arugula salad cuts through the richness perfectly, making each bite feel balanced and fresh
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- Using damp hands is the absolute game changer for shaping turkey patties without them sticking to your fingers
- Letting the patties rest for just a couple minutes after cooking helps them stay juicy when you cut into them
03 -
- Resist the urge to press down on the patties with your spatula while they cook, you will lose all those precious juices
- Taste your arugula first and adjust the lemon juice accordingly based on how peppery your batch is