Turnip Burgers

Elevate your veggie burger game with these irresistible Turnip Burgers — a wholesome and flavorful alternative that's perfect for vegetarians and veggie-lovers alike! Made with freshly grated turnips, carrots, and onion, these patties are seasoned with aromatic garlic, earthy cumin, and fresh parsley for a burst of flavor in every bite. Bound together with eggs and breadcrumbs, the mixture transforms into golden-brown, crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside patties when pan-fried in olive oil. Tuck them into toasted buns, top with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and your favorite sauces or cheese for a customizable meal that’s delightfully satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with nutrients, these turnip burgers are a creative way to enjoy the humble root vegetable while indulging in a plant-forward twist on the classic burger. Perfect for weeknight dinners or laid-back weekend gatherings!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized (about 1 pound total) Turnips
• 1 medium-sized Carrots
• 1 small Yellow onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, for frying Olive oil
• 4 Burger buns
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 4 Tomato slices
• 0 Optional toppings (cheese, sauces, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate the turnips, carrot, and onion using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated vegetables in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated vegetables, minced garlic, eggs, breadcrumbs, flour, parsley, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the ingredients come together into a cohesive mixture.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties. If the mixture feels too wet, add a small amount of additional breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon at a time.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Be gentle when flipping to prevent them from breaking.

Step 5

While the patties cook, prepare the burger buns by toasting them lightly if desired. Layer each bun with lettuce, a cooked turnip patty, tomato slices, and optional toppings like cheese or sauces.

Step 6

Serve the turnip burgers immediately with your favorite side dishes or condiments. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1600.5 grams (1600.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1751

Total Fat 57.30g	73%
Saturated Fat 14.00g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 392mg	131%
Sodium 5789mg	252%
Total Carbohydrate 255.80g	93%
Dietary Fiber 29.70g	106%
Total Sugars 59.40g
Protein 56.80g	114%

Vitamin D 92IU	460%
Calcium 723mg	56%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 2740mg	58%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.2%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 57.9%