Turkey-Quinoa Baked Burgers

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
• ¼ cup bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, quinoa, onion, bell pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
3. Mix ingredients together until well combined.
4. Form mixture into 6-8 patties.
5. Place patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
7. Serve with your favorite toppings and condiments.

Interesting Facts

• Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids.
• Ground turkey is a leaner alternative to ground beef.
• Baking the burgers is a healthier alternative to grilling or frying.