Juicy turkey burgers bound with a little oats and egg, served in wholemeal buns with a crunchy apple and cabbage slaw. Chill the patties for 15 minutes before cooking so they hold together in the pan.

A burger in a bun with slaw has about 36g of protein, 8g of fibre and 454 calories. These figures include the wholemeal bun, lettuce, tomato and slaw.
Why turkey mince. Turkey mince at around 7% fat is much leaner than typical beef mince, which is often 15 to 20% fat. The catch is that lean mince dries out easily, which is why the oats, egg and grated onion are there: they hold moisture and bind the burger so it does not crumble. Check the label, as some turkey mince includes skin and is much fattier.
The slaw does more than decorate. Cabbage, carrot and apple in a light Greek yogurt dressing add crunch, fibre and vegetables, with far less fat than a mayonnaise coleslaw.
Food safety. Unlike a beef steak, minced poultry must always be cooked right through, because any bacteria on the surface are mixed into the middle. Cut one open to check, or use a thermometer.
Not gluten-free as written: for a gluten-free version, use oats labelled gluten-free, gluten-free buns and a mustard labelled gluten-free, or serve the burgers in large lettuce leaves. For more turkey, try the turkey meatballs with courgetti.