Healthy Turkey Burger & Sweet Potato Smash Plate

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) ground turkey (or ground chicken/pork)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
• 2 medium sweet potatoes (or butternut squash), peeled and cubed
• 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
• Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
• 2 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced or diced
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp lemon juice

Recommended Tools

• Pot
• Grill pan or skillet
• Potato masher
• Mixing bowls

Instructions

1. Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 12–15 minutes until fork-tender.
2. Drain the sweet potatoes, mash with butter or olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and top with chopped parsley.
3. In a bowl, mix the ground turkey with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, then shape into round patties.
4. Heat olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
5. In a separate bowl, toss the arugula, cherry tomatoes, and avocado with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
6. Arrange the grilled patty, sweet potato mash, and fresh salad together on a plate and enjoy!