Spicy Veggie Turkey Burgers
Mix ground meat and eggs. Puree all vegetables and add to meat mixture. Add in spices, mix well. Cook 350 degrees for 30min or until done, or grill like regular burgers.
Use ground turkey or buffalo because it's lower in saturated fats. Take a look;
Ground Round (3 ounces, pan-browned)
218 calories
13 grams fat
77 milligrams cholesterol
Ground Turkey Breast (3 ounces, roasted, boneless)
161 calories
6 grams fat
63 milligrams cholesterol
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