Indian Tandoori-Spiced Turkey Burgers with Spinach Yogurt

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt (unsweetened)
• 4 spinach
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp tandoori masala (or garam masala + paprika)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp neutral oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 medium cucumber, diced(optional)
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, mix turkey with garlic, ginger, lemon juice, tandoori masala, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and the egg. Form into 4 patties.

2. 2

   Sear patties in a hot skillet with oil 2–3 minutes per side until browned.

3. 3

   Transfer to a baking sheet and bake at 400°F (205°C) for 8–10 minutes until cooked through.

4. 4

   For spinach yogurt: wilt chopped spinach in a dry pan 1–2 minutes, then squeeze out excess moisture.

5. 5

   Stir spinach into yogurt; season with a pinch of salt and lemon juice if needed. Add cucumber/cilantro if using.

6. 6

   Serve burgers topped with spinach yogurt (skip buns for low-carb).