Turkey meat is one of the leanest forms of protein, perfect for those who are watching their weight or just trying to eat a little less fat. Luckily, it also tastes amazing, and goes perfectly with most flavour combinations.
We’ve used lean turkey mince here in these tasty family dinner recipes to prove how good it can taste.
From our delicious burgers and rissoles, to our spiced meatballs tossed through pasta and pilaf, there’s something here for every night of the week.
Let’s get cooking!

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Turkey chilli con carne filled kumara
Turkey chilli con carne filled kumara
Healthy and filling turkey chilli con carne filled kumara

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Healthy kumara and turkey burgers
Healthy kumara and turkey burgers
This delicious recipe from The Australian Women’s Weekly’s ‘The Sustainable Cookbook’ proves that healthy eating can be tasty. This recipe uses sliced kumara as an alternative to buns, and free-range mince.

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The green turkey burger
Take this delicious lettuce wrapped burger to the next step and veg it up! Replace turkey patties with pan-fried haloumi or fried flat mushrooms.

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Turkey koftas
Koftas are simply minced meat mixed with spices, and often onions, and rolled shape, although in many Arab countries they are shaped into ovals.

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Low-carb turkey and kale lasagne
Low-carb turkey and kale lasagne
This Italian comfort food favourite uses lean ground turkey mince making it healthy alternative for everyone!

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Quinoa, chicken and turkey meatloaf
Quinoa, chicken and turkey meatloaf
Chutney and a green salad give this tasty meal a refreshing edge.

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Healthy sausage rolls
The tasty morsels are a great way to sneak in some extra vegies without the kids noticing.

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Turkey koftas with fig and brown rice pilaf
Spiced turkey koftas with sweet and fragrant fig and brown rice pilaf.

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Turkey meatballs with simple tomato sauce
An easy dish of turkey meatballs with simple tomato sauce for all ages to enjoy.