Skip to main content

Recipe of the Week 5/2: Italian Sausage Patties

Yields 5 Servings 

Ingredients: 

1.3 lbs. 93% lean ground turkey 

1/4 cup green bell pepper, minced 

1/4 cup red bell pepper, minced 

1 clove garlic, crushed 

1/2 tsp sweet paprika 

1/4 tsp kosher salt 

1/4 tsp black pepper 

1/8 tsp dried thyme 

1/8 tsp dried oregano leaves 

1/8 tsp dried marjoram leaves 

1/4 tsp dried fennel 

Directions: 

  1.  

Combine turkey, garlic and spices and mix well using your hands or a fork. 

  1.  

Form into 5 patties and lay on parchment or wax paper while working. If you want to make these for another day, they can be refrigerated or frozen. 

  1.  

Spray a non-stick skillet and set over medium-low heat. Once hot, brown turkey patties, in two batches, 3 minutes on each side. 

  1.  

Once you have achieved a nice browned crust on each side, reduce heat to low and cover. Continue cooking until internal temperature reaches 165. 

Meal Plan Check Boxes: 

2 Proteins 

1 Fat 

Nutritional Facts: Serving: 4 oz. Calories: 130, Carbohydrates: 2.2g, Protein: 16.7g, Fat: 6.1g, Sodium: 180.6mg, Fiber: 0.4g, 

https://www.skinnytaste.com/homemade-turkey-sausage/#recipe 

www.pinterest.com/novaphysicianwellness 

Found by: Brianna Lawless, MS, RDN

You Might Also Enjoy...

Recipe of the Week 9/18: Pumpkin Protein Smoothie

Yields 1 Serving Ingredients: 1/2 cup black coffee or 2 shots espresso 1/3 cup pumpkin puree 1/3 cup vanilla protein powder 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice 3/4 cup unsweetened cashew milk or almond milk 1/2 cup cauliflower rice frozen stevia to taste

Recipe of the Week 9/10: Savory Zucchini Waffles

Ingredients: 1 packed cup grated zucchini, from 1 medium zucchini (squeezed of excess liquid) 1 large egg 1/4 cup onion, minced 1/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/3 cup panko, plain or gluten-free crumbs 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Quick and Healthy Meal Options for a Busy Schedule

As the familiar chaos of the fall returns, the whirlwind of activity that often accompanies it can make maintaining a healthy diet seem like a daunting task. With the craziness of back to school activities, finding the time to prepare wholesome meals.

Recipe of the Week 9/3: Loaded Egg Muffins

Ingredients: nonstick cooking spray 9 large whole eggs 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt black pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons thawed frozen spinach, drained 3 tablespoons diced tomatoes 3 tablespoons diced onion 3 tablespoons diced bell pepper 3 strips cooked bacon

Recipe of the Week 8/27: Greek Cottage Cheese Bowl

Yields 1 Serving Ingredients: 1 cup 2% cottage cheese 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, divided 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered 1/4 cup chopped mini cucumbers 1/4 cup diced fresh yellow or orange bell pepper pinch salt and black pepper...