Preparation Time
25 minutes
Serves
4
Nutrition
n/a
Puree
Blend the cooked burger with yoghurt until smooth.
Finger Food
These are the perfect size for your toddler to pick up.
Ingredients
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500 g (1 lb) lean minced turkey
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finely grated rind of 1 lime
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3 spring onions, finely sliced
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1 tbsp sweet soy sauce or ketjap manis
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1 tsp ground cumin
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100 g (31/2 oz) fresh breadcrumbs
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1 small egg, lightly beaten
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4 small wholemeal buns, split and toasted
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2 Romaine lettuce hearts, shredded
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Salsa
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250 g (8 oz) cherry tomatoes, quartered
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1 red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
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2 spring onions, finely sliced
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1 tbsp sweet soy sauce or ketjap manis
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small bunch of fresh coriander, chopped
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1 ripe avocado, diced
These healthy burgers are served with a chilli-rich salsa to boost metabolism and protect against stress
1. Place the minced turkey in a large bowl with the lime rind, spring onions, soy sauce, cumin, breadcrumbs and egg. Mix until well combined then use wet hands to shape into 8 burgers.
2. Transfer the burgers to a grill pan and place under a preheated hot grill for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
3.Meanwhile, place all the salsa ingredients in a bowl and stir until well combined. Set aside.
4. Arrange the toasted bun halves, cut-side up, on 4 serving plates and top with shredded lettuce. Place a burger on each and top with the salsa. Serve immediately.
Eat Yourself To Energy, £7.99, Octopus Publishing