Turkey Kale and Cheesy Patties Recipe

turkey kale cheesy patties in a plate next to a bowl with beetroot salad

Dani

Juicy turkey kale patties baked with parmesan for a high-protein, quick dinner that’s wholesome, cheesy, and full of flavor.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Resting time 30

Total Time 1 15

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings patties

Calories 125 kcal

Equipment

1 Baking tray

1 Mixing bowl medium

1 Food Processor optional

Ingredients

400 g Turkey breast minced in a food processor or store-bought
1 medium onion
2 large Eggs
2 tbsp Buckwheat flour
1 tsp Dry oregano
½ tsp Cumin powder
200 g cheese Eatlean lactose-free grated
50 g Parmigiano Reggiano grated (+ extra for topping)
150 g Kale
Sea salt to taste
2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
Black pepper

Instructions

Prepare the kale: Remove the stems, then finely chop the kale. Sprinkle with salt and massage for 1–2 minutes until softened.
Make the mince: In a food processor, pulse turkey breast and onion together until finely minced. Transfer to a large bowl. Skip this step if using a store-bought mince. Simply chop the onion finely and mix it with the mince.
Mix everything: Add eggs, buckwheat flour, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, grated cheeses, and kale. Combine thoroughly with a spatula.
Rest the mixture: Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
Shape the patties: Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease a roasting tray. With wet hands, form the mixture into 16 even patties and place on the tray.
Bake: Bake for 20 minutes until golden.
Finish with cheese: Sprinkle the remaining Parmigiano Reggiano on top, then bake for another 2–5 minutes until lightly browned.
Serve: Enjoy hot with steamed or roasted vegetables, or a light salad on the side.

Notes

Resting time helps firm up the mixture and prevents the patties from falling apart during baking.
You can substitute kale with spinach, Swiss chard, or grated zucchini (don't forget to squeeze the moisture from the zucchini).
Replace lactose-free cheese with a vegan alternative or nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version.
These patties are great for meal prep. They keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge and can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1pattieCalories: 125kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 11gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 198mgPotassium: 136mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1126IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 159mgIron: 1mg

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