Description
These Meal-Prep Turkey and Spinach Breakfast Sausages provide a nutritious and protein-packed start to your day. Made with lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, and aromatic spices, they offer a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional breakfast sausages. Perfect for making ahead, these patties are easy to cook on the stovetop and store well for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the ground turkey, finely chopped spinach, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form patties: Shape the mixture into eight small, evenly sized sausage patties to ensure uniform cooking.
- Heat the skillet: Add the olive oil to a skillet and warm it over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook patties: Place the patties in the skillet and cook each side for 4 to 5 minutes, flipping carefully, until they are golden brown and cooked through to a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Cool and store: Remove the cooked sausages from the skillet and let them cool slightly before serving or storing in the refrigerator or freezer for future meals.
Notes
- Store cooked sausages in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze for up to 2 months for longer storage.
- Reheat sausages in a skillet or microwave before serving for best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
