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January 08, 2014

Meals by my roommate {cinnamon turkey burger}


I stopped eating beef burgers a few years ago, but I still love a good turkey, chicken, or veggie burger. Something about the potential to add on toppings and mix in delicious ingredients is so appealing. 
So, my roommate got a George Foreman Grill for Christmas and she wanted to test it out by grilling some turkey burgers, yay! She totally switched up with this Cinnamon Turkey Burger.

First, some health benefits of Cinnamon
Minimizing menstrual pain
Natural food preservative
Reduces pain linked to arthritis
Works against ulcer-causing bacteria
Reduces LDL cholesterol levels
Contains calcium, iron, fiber, and manganese
Regulates blood sugar

So yeah, cinnamon is pretty wonderful. Plus, it tastes great! And it gave these burgers such a uniquely delicious, yet light taste..with a kick! Check out the recipe below:


Ingredients
Ground turkey (1 pack)
Cinnamon (1 tablespoon)
Cayenne (1 teaspoon)
Paprika (1 teaspoon)
Garlic Powder (1 teaspoon)
Dried Onion (1 teaspoon)
Basil (1/2 teaspoon)
Parsley (1/2 teaspoon)

Hand mix all ingredients then form into patties. Grill until cooked through.

Top with
Fresh Spinach
Red Onions
and anything else you'd like :)

Goes great with
Whole Wheat Buns



So. Good! And, much healthier than a regular burger.


What do you add to your burger?


13 comments:

  1. Oooh that sounds so interesting! I am definitely going to try adding cinnamon the next time I make turkey burgers!

    KK @ Preppy Pink Crocodile

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  2. Sounds interesting. Never thought of that combo. But I love cinnamon and turkey burgers :)

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  3. I've become a new lover of turkey burgers lately, because my sister makes the best one in the world, I swear! Lol, it's topped with some sort of spinach aioli or she puts bacon jam on it, yum! I might have to give cinnamon a try, I've never thought of that. And I could never stop eating beef burgers lol, I can't wait till my cheat day comes around, totally biting into one, it's been far too long haha ;)

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  4. sounds great. i eat only eat beef if it's grass-fed, and only once in a while.

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  5. That looks OMG.. good.. lol.. I am most def going to try this maybe no tonight will happen..!! hmm I like pickles and cucumbers yummy!!
    _Bright
    p.s I didn't think of the whole cinnamon thing trust!!

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  6. This looks terrific, I am vegan but will try a similar version!Thanks for your kind visit darling!

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  7. That sounds and looks delicious, this post is making me so hungry!

    Lauren,
    http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/

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  8. I would've never thought to add cinnamon to a sandwich. Looks delicious and worth trying out.

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  9. I am going to try this sometimes this weekend, This is a perfect start and recipe for my transition into eating more healthier. The cinnamon sounds a bit odd but tempting at the same time.

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  10. I NEVER would have thought to put cinnamon on any type of meat but this looks fab!
    -Alex
    http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/

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  11. Hello from Spain: Great idea to include cinnamon! Keep in touch

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  12. That sounds and looks amazing!

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  13. I'm vegetarian so I don't eat burgers

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