Indian Tandoori-Style Turkey Burgers with Spinach Raita (Low-Carb)

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt (unsweetened)
• 2 cups spinach
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp ginger (grated)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander(optional)
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp paprika or Kashmiri chili powder(optional)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper(optional)
• 1 tbsp cooking oil
• 1 tbsp lime juice(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, mix ground turkey with garlic, ginger, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, paprika (if using), salt, and pepper. Add 2–3 tbsp yogurt to help bind (reserve the rest for raita).

2. 2

   Form into 4 patties. Chill 10 minutes for better browning.

3. 3

   For raita: blend or finely chop spinach and stir into remaining yogurt. Add lime juice (optional) and a pinch of salt. Chill until ready.

4. 4

   Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with oil. Cook patties 4–6 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (165°F / 74°C).

5. 5

   Rest patties 3 minutes. Serve with spinach raita on the side (or spoon over the patties).