Heart Smart Turkey Breakfast Sausage

Start your day the healthy way with our Heart Smart Turkey Breakfast Sausage! Crafted with lean ground turkey and a fragrant blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, sage, and thyme, this guilt-free recipe is a delicious and protein-packed alternative to traditional pork sausage. Each patty is seasoned to perfection for a savory kick, with an optional touch of red pepper flakes for a hint of heat. Ready in just 20 minutes, these juicy, golden-brown sausages are perfect for busy mornings, pairing beautifully with eggs, toast, or a fresh side salad. Meal prep-friendly and low in fat, these breakfast sausages prove that you don’t have to compromise on flavor for a heart-healthy start to your day.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground sage
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add the ground turkey, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground sage, dried thyme, ground black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using).

Step 2

Using clean hands or a spatula, mix the ingredients until evenly combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the sausage tough.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a small patty, roughly 3 inches in diameter.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, lightly oil the pan with a small amount of olive oil or non-stick cooking spray.

Step 5

Cook the patties in batches, if necessary, for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

Serve warm alongside your favorite breakfast dishes or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(477.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	760.4

Total Fat 46.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 324.0mg	0%
Sodium 879.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 6.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 0.2g
Protein 90.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 109.4mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1109.8mg	0%

*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: 52.2%

Protein: 44.8%

Carbs: 3.1%