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These Spinach Cilantro Turkey Burgers are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional burgers. Packed with fresh spinach, cilantro, and lean ground turkey, they are a flavorful and nutritious choice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1/4 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 egg. 1 tsp salt. 1/2 tsp black pepper. 4 whole wheat burger buns. Lettuce, tomato, and other desired toppings.

Instructions: Ground turkey, chopped spinach, chopped cilantro, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped red onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper should all be mixed together in a bowl. Combine the parts until they are well mixed. Split the mixture in half and shape each half into a burger patty. Warm up a grill or griddle on the stove over medium-high heat. On a grill or griddle, cook the turkey burger patties for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until they are done all the way through and have nice grill marks. For a minute or two, toast the whole wheat burger buns on the grill until they get a little brown. Place lettuce and tomato on the bottom bun of each burger, then add the turkey patty and any other toppings you want. Put the other half of the bun on top and serve hot. Cheers to your turkey burgers with cilantro and spinach!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

These Sweet Potato Turkey Burgers are a tasty and healthy twist on traditional burgers. The sweet potatoes add a natural sweetness and moisture to the lean ground turkey, making these burgers juicy and flavorful. Perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal!

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes. 1/2 cup breadcrumbs. 1/4 cup finely chopped onion. 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper. 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. 1 clove garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. Salt and pepper to taste. 4 whole wheat burger buns. Lettuce, tomato, and avocado slices for topping.

Instructions: Ground turkey, mashed sweet potatoes, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, red bell pepper, parsley, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and ground cumin should all be mixed together in a large bowl. Mix the ingredients together well until they are all evenly mixed in. Split the mixture in half and shape each half into a burger patty. Warm up a grill or grill pan on the stove over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates or pan to keep food from sticking. Pick up the turkey burger patties and place them on the grill. Cook for five to six minutes on each side, or until they are fully cooked and have grill marks. Ensure that the burgers reach a temperature of 165F 74C on the inside. While the burgers are cooking, put the whole wheat burger buns on the grill and toast them for a minute or two until they get a little crispy. Put lettuce, tomato, and avocado slices on the bottom half of each bun. Then put a cooked turkey burger patty on top of that. Finally, put the top half of the bun on top of the burger. Enjoy your tasty Sweet Potato Turkey Burgers while they're still hot!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

These healthy turkey tacos are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional tacos. Packed with lean ground turkey and plenty of veggies, they're a guilt-free way to satisfy your taco cravings.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey. 1 small onion, diced. 1 bell pepper, diced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 packet taco seasoning. 1 cup salsa. 8 small whole wheat tortillas. 1 cup shredded lettuce. 1 cup diced tomatoes. 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream. 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese. Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish.

Instructions: In a large skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the taco seasoning and salsa. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Warm the whole wheat tortillas in the oven or microwave according to package instructions. To assemble the tacos, spoon the turkey mixture onto each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve the healthy turkey tacos immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

A healthy and flavorful meal made with spaghetti squash instead of pasta and lean ground turkey simmered in a savory marinara sauce.

Ingredients: 1 spaghetti squash, halved and seeded. 1 lb ground turkey. 1 onion, diced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 24 oz jar marinara sauce. 1 tsp dried oregano. 1 tsp dried basil. Salt and pepper to taste. Grated Parmesan cheese for serving optional.

Instructions: Put one half of the spaghetti squash in the slow cooker with the cut side facing down. Ground turkey, onion, and garlic should be cooked in a skillet until the turkey is browned and the onions are soft. Put the turkey mixture that has been cooked into the slow cooker. Add the marinara sauce to the turkey mix. Add salt, pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil on top. Low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours, or until the squash is soft. With a fork, scrape the spaghetti squash into a bowl to serve. Add turkey meat sauce on top. If you want, you can top it with grated Parmesan cheese.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 240 minutes

Enjoy a delicious and satisfying Bacon Ranch Turkey Wrap that's perfect for a Weight Watchers-friendly meal. Packed with lean turkey, crispy bacon, fresh veggies, and a flavorful ranch dressing, this wrap is a tasty and healthy choice.

Ingredients: 4 slices of turkey bacon. 4 whole wheat tortillas. 1/2 cup low-fat ranch dressing. 8 ounces sliced turkey breast. 1 cup shredded lettuce. 1 cup diced tomatoes. 1/2 cup diced red onions. 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese. 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a pan, cook the turkey bacon until it's crispy. Take it off and let it dry on paper towels. Break it up into pieces after it has cooled. In a microwave, heat the whole wheat tortillas for about 10 seconds, or until they are soft. On each tortilla, spread 2 tablespoons of low-fat ranch dressing out evenly. Put turkey breast slices, lettuce shreds, tomato and red onion dices, low-fat cheddar cheese shreds, and turkey bacon crumbles on each tortilla. Place small pieces of fresh cilantro on top of the fillings in each tortilla. Add salt and pepper to taste. Fold the sides of each tortilla in, and then roll them up tightly. If necessary, use toothpicks to keep them together. Wrap the Bacon Ranch Turkey Wraps in foil and eat them on the go, or serve them right away.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

(via Clean-eating lean turkey spaghetti bolognese)