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This healthy turkey apple burger puts a twist on your classic burger and fries! The pan seared turkey patty is juicy and flavorful with fresh herbs and a touch of sweetness from the apple and maple syrup. Top that off with balsamic caramelized onions and you’ve got yourself the perfect burger. Also, the crispiest oven baked sweet potato fries you’ll ever have. When I was shooting this, I couldn’t stop shoving fries in my mouth and had to set some aside so I had enough for the photo. It was hard, they’re pretty addictive. Even though this meal tastes super indulgent, it’s actually about as healthy as this combo can get! Perfect for a quick and easy meal before going hard on the Christmas cookies.
A few notes—
- Instead of an egg, this recipe uses oats as a binder which also help keep the burgers juicy and moist. I like using quick cooking oats because they’re finer, but you can also use rolled oats.
- Make sure to chop all the burger ingredients pretty finely, I’ve found that big chunks of apple can cause them to fall apart.
- When pan searing your burgers, I recommend covering the pan with foil so they can cook through. Alternatively, you can sear the burgers then finish them off in the oven.
- I’ve found that for maximum crispiness, it’s best to bake the sweet potato fries directly on a metal sheet pan. But if you have to use parchment paper or a baking mat, they’ll still be delicious!
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