Turkey Cranberry Sliders

Turkey Cranberry Sliders

Ingredients

For the Turkey Patties:

– 1 lb ground turkey (454 g)

– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (60 g)

– 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped (40 g)

– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (15 g)

– 1 large egg, beaten

– 1 tsp garlic powder

– 1 tsp salt

– 1/2 tsp black pepper

– 1/2 tsp dried thyme

– 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)

For the Cranberry Sauce:

– 1 cup fresh cranberries (100 g)

– 1/2 cup sugar (100 g)

– 1/2 cup water (120 ml)

– 1 tbsp lemon juice (15 ml)

For the Sliders:

– 8 slider buns

– 4 oz cream cheese (113 g), softened

– 1 cup baby spinach (30 g)

For Garnish (optional):

– Fresh parsley, chopped (for sprinkling)

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook until cranberries burst and sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, egg, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Mix until fully blended but do not overmix.

3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Form the turkey mixture into 8 equal patties. Cook the patties for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

4. Toast the slider buns in the skillet or oven until golden brown.

5. Spread softened cream cheese on each slider bun. Layer with a turkey patty, a tablespoon of cranberry sauce, and a handful of spinach. Top with the other half of the bun.

6. If desired, sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.

Nutritional Info (per serving, serves 8 )

Calories: 250

Protein: 14g

Carbohydrates: 28g

Fat: 10g

Fiber: 1g

Sugar: 5g

Sodium: 270mg