Summer Corn and Zucchini Turkey Burgers

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Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey or chicken

• 1 small zucchini, diced

• ½ red bell pepper, diced

• 1-2 stalks green onion, chopped

• 1 ear cooked corn off the cobb or 2/3 c frozen corn

• 1 egg, whipped

• ½ c panko bread crumbs

• 2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp ground coriander

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix.

3. Form into burger patties.

4. Place patties on greased or parchment paper-lined baking sheet.

5. Bake for 25-30 mins, flipping patties halfway through until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

6. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

• Substitutions: Parsley for cilantro. Chopped tomatoes for red pepper.

• Serving suggestions: Serve on a whole wheat bun with avocado or in a lettuce wrap with red pepper hummus. Add a side of veggies or fresh green salad for a healthy and balanced meal.

• Prep Tips: Double this recipe to use for quick and easy weekday meals.

Nutrition: (per serving) Calories: 151.2 kcals | Total Fat: 3.4 g | Saturated Fat: 1.1 g | Sodium: 178.9 mg | Carb: 10.5 g | Protein: 20 g | Fiber: 1.2 g | Cholesterol: 76.4 mg.

In the Kitchen | July 2021 | Recipe inspired by @TheNashvilleDietitian.
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