Burger Salad with Spicy Yogurt Dressing
- Suitable for diets:
- High-Protein
- Mediterranean
Why Diabetes Friendly?
Balanced Macronutrients:
This salad provides a balanced combination of lean protein from the ground turkey, complex carbohydrates from the sweet potatoes, healthy fats from the avocado, and fiber from the leafy greens and vegetables, helping to promote stable blood sugar levels.
Low Glycemic Index Ingredients:
Sweet potatoes and leafy greens are low glycemic index foods, meaning they have minimal impact on blood sugar levels and can help regulate blood glucose levels.
Healthy Fats from Avocado:
Avocado provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help improve insulin sensitivity and support overall cardiovascular health.
Nutrient-Dense Ingredients:
This salad is loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from a variety of colourful fruits and vegetables, providing essential nutrients without excess carbohydrates or sugars.
Ingredients
- sweet potato (cubed) 1 medium
- olive oil 1 tbsp
- salt 2 tsp
- pepper 2 tsp
- turkey (lean ground ) 450 grams
- basil (dried ) 1 ½ tsp
- garlic powder 2 tsp
- paprika ½ tsp
- lettuce (green leaf, chopped) 1 ½ cup
- tomato (diced) ½
- avocado (sliced) ¼
- pickle (reduced sodium, sliced) 1 spear
- red onion (sliced) 1 tbsp
- cheddar cheese (shredded) 1 tbsp
- sesame seeds ½ tsp
Sriracha Yogurt Dressing (makes ½ cup)
- Greek yogurt 3 tbsp
- olive oil 1 tbsp
- apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp
- lemon juice 2 tbsp
- garlic (minced) 1 clove
- salt ¼ tsp
- sriracha 1 tsp
Cooking Tips
Spicy Yogurt Dressing:
Adjust the amount of hot sauce according to your desired level of spiciness. Drizzle the spicy yogurt dressing over the salad just before serving or serve it on the side for dipping. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs such as cilantro or parsley for added freshness.
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with ½ tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp each of salt & pepper.1 medium sweet potato, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp salt, 2 tsp pepper
- Air fryer instructions: Preheat air fryer to 400C. Add seasoned sweet potatoes to the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket half way.
- Oven roasted instructions: Preheat oven to 425C. Transfer sweet potatoes to a baking sheet and spread evenly. Cook in the oven for 25-30 minutes, mixing half way.
- While sweet potatoes are cooking, heat a skillet with ½ tbsp of oil over medium-low heat. Once hot add ground turkey, dried basil, paprika, garlic powder, and 1 tsp each of salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until fully browned and evenly cooked. Set aside.450 grams turkey, 1 ½ tsp basil, 2 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp paprika
- While the beef cooks prepare sriracha yogurt dressing by combining Greek yogurt, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and sriracha to a small bowl and whisk to combine.3 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 clove garlic, ¼ tsp salt, 1 tsp sriracha
- To a medium bowl add lettuce, cheese, pickle, red onion, avocado, and tomato. Portion ½ cup of ground turkey and ⅓ cup of sweet potato and add to the salad.1 ½ cup lettuce, ½ tomato, ¼ avocado, 1 spear pickle, 1 tbsp red onion, 1 tbsp cheddar cheese
- Drizzle 2-3 tbsp of yogurt dressing on top of salad and top with sesame seeds.½ tsp sesame seeds
FAQ
Can I make this salad ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare most of the components ahead of time and assemble the salad just before serving to prevent sogginess. Store the cooked components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
Can I use a different protein?
Absolutely! Feel free to substitute the ground turkey with ground chicken, lean beef, or plant-based alternatives such as black bean patties or grilled tofu for variation.
How do I store leftovers?
Store any leftover salad components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Reheat the ground turkey patties and sweet potato wedges before serving, if desired, and assemble the salad just before serving.
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