Turkey Zucchini Patties
These Ground Turkey Patties with Zucchini are healthy, juicy, and kid-friendly. Ready in 30 minutes and packed with hidden veggies—perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ground turkey
- 12 ounces zucchini
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or breadcrumbs
- ½ cup cheese, grated (parmesan or cheddar for more cheesy texture)
- 1 large egg
- 3-4 tablespoons green onions, sliced
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil for meatballs, + more for cooking
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini using the small holes of a box grater. Then place it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as you can. This step is key for keeping the patties from getting soggy.12 ounces zucchini
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, drained zucchini, flour (or breadcrumbs), cheese, egg, green onions, salt, and pepper. Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil to the mix. Stir until everything is evenly combined.1 ½ pounds ground turkey, 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, ½ cup cheese, 3-4 tablespoons green onions, 1 ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoons black pepper, 1 teaspoon olive oil for meatballs, 1 large egg
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture and gently form it into a small patty. Flatten it slightly with your palms. You’ll end up with about 9–10 patties. Tip: If the mix sticks to your hands, dip your fingers in cold water—it really helps with shaping!
- Heat a drizzle of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties (work in batches if needed) and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Once all patties are browned, add a splash of water to the pan, cover with a lid, and let them steam for 8–10 minutes on low heat. This step makes them extra juicy and tender—my secret weapon for perfect patties!
- Serve warm with your favorite sides, a dip, or tucked into a wrap or sandwich. These patties are great for meal prep too!
Nutrition
Calories: 137kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 21gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 478mgPotassium: 343mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 204IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 58mgIron: 1mg
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