Turkey Patties With Arugula Pea Salad (Printable)
Herb-seasoned turkey patties served alongside a crisp arugula and pea salad with mint and cherry tomatoes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Turkey Patties
01 - 1.1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 egg
05 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
07 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ½ tsp ground black pepper
10 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Arugula Pea Salad
11 - 4 cups fresh arugula
12 - 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
13 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
16 - 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
17 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
18 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Combine ground turkey, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing to maintain tender texture.
02 - With damp hands, form the mixture into 8 small patties of equal size.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add patties and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching internal temperature of 165°F. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
04 - Place arugula, peas, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and mint in a large bowl.
05 - Whisk together extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
06 - Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to combine evenly.
07 - Serve turkey patties hot alongside the arugula pea salad immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The peppery arugula cuts through the rich turkey patties creating perfect balance in every bite
- Everything comes together in under 40 minutes making it ideal for weeknight dinners when you want something special but simple
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- Turkey patties need to rest for a few minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute, cutting into them immediately will make them dry
- Arugula wilts quickly once dressed, so add the dressing right before serving and toss gently to avoid bruising the delicate leaves
03 -
- Grilling the patties instead of pan frying adds a lovely smoky flavor that pairs exceptionally well with the fresh salad
- Let the turkey mixture rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before shaping, the colder mixture holds together much better