These low-fat burgers freeze well, so why not make double and freeze for another time?

Turkey burgers with beetroot relish recipe

Ingredients

  • 500g pack turkey mince
  • ½ tsp dried thyme or 2 tsp fresh
  • 1 lemon

For the relish

  • 250g cooked peeled beetroot (not in vinegar), finely diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp wholegrain mustard
  • Little Gem lettuce, to serve
  • wholemeal pitta bread, to serve

Method

  • Tip turkey into a bowl with the thyme. Finely grate in the zest from the lemon and add a little seasoning. Use your hands to mix the ingredients well, then shape into 4 patties. Chill until ready to cook. Can be frozen for up to 1 month.

  • Mix the beetroot with the juice from ½ the lemon, onion, parsley, oil and mustard. Grill, griddle or barbecue the burgers for about 6 mins each side and serve with the beetroot relish, lettuce and pitta breads.

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