Turkey Burgers with Beet Hummus on Sweet Potato Buns

These vibrant turkey burgers are layered with flavour and nourishment. Juicy, spice-seasoned turkey patties are topped with creamy beet hummus and fresh avocado, tomato, and crisp lettuce. Instead of traditional bread, roasted sweet potato rounds create a naturally gluten-free bun that adds subtle sweetness and fibre. Served with slow-roasted golden potatoes seasoned with warming spices, this meal is colourful, satisfying, and full of wholesome ingredients.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Servings: 4

Course: dinner, lunch

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

Turkey Burgers

1 lb (450 g) ground turkey

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

½ tsp turmeric

½ tsp sea salt

¼ tsp black pepper

Beet Hummus

1 cup cooked beets

1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 tbsp tahini

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 small garlic clove

1 tbsp olive oil

¼ tsp sea salt

Sweet Potato “Buns”

2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into thick rounds

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp sea salt

¼ tsp black pepper

Burger Toppings

1 avocado, sliced

1 tomato, sliced

4 large lettuce leaves

Slow-Roasted Yellow Potatoes

3 cups yellow potatoes, cut into wedges

1½ tbsp olive oil

½ tsp paprika

½ tsp turmeric

½ tsp sea salt

¼ tsp black pepper

Method

Roast the Sweet Potato Buns

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).Arrange sweet potato rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized. These will act as the burger buns.

Slow-Roast the Potatoes

Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Toss yellow potato wedges with olive oil, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
Roast for 30–35 minutes, turning once, until soft inside and crispy on the outside.

Prepare the Beet Hummus

In a food processor, blend:
cooked beets
chickpeas
tahini
lemon juice
garlic
olive oil
salt
Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Make the Turkey Patties

In a bowl, combine:
ground turkey
garlic powder
onion powder
turmeric
salt
pepper
Mix gently and form 4 patties.
Cook in a skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil for 5–6 minutes per side, until fully cooked through.

Assemble the Burgers

Place one roasted sweet potato round on a plate. Add:
turkey burger
a generous spoonful of beet hummus
sliced avocado
tomato
lettuce
Top with another sweet potato round.