I have been seeing people use sliced sweet potatoes as the buns for their burgers, and it took me months to realize just how popular this trend was becoming! I finally decided to try making my own version using Japanese sweet potatoes, paired with a spinach and Parmesan ground turkey burger, topped with homemade caramelized onions, avocado, and my healthier homemade burger sauce.
And let me tell you, this combination did not disappoint!
Ingredients for the Burgers
1 package of lean ground turkey
2 tbsp Kinder’s The Blend seasoning
2 cups spinach
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 yellow onion
Japanese Sweet Potatoes
1–2 Japanese sweet potatoes, cut into 6 circular slices about ½ inch thick
Olive oil spray
Pinch of Maldon Sea Salt
Preheat your air fryer to 425°F. Lightly coat the sweet potato slices with olive oil spray and season with flaky salt and garlic powder. Air fry for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
Healthier Homemade Burger Sauce
1 cup Greek yogurt
⅓ cup ketchup
⅓ cup mustard
1 tbsp honey for sweetness
2 tbsp pickle juice
2 tbsp light mayo
Garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste
Mix everything together in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasonings to your liking!
Instructions
While your sweet potatoes are in the air fryer, get started on your caramelized onions. Slice your onion and add it to a pan with 2 tbsp of butter, a drizzle of olive oil, and some garlic. Cook on low heat for about 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft, golden, and caramelized. Once they’re done, set aside.
Next, prepare your turkey patties. Mix the ground turkey with the spinach, Parmesan, and Kinder’s seasoning. Form into burger patties (I like making mine into little hockey pucks!).
Heat a frying pan with a drizzle of olive oil and add your patties. Cook for approximately 5 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through. Once golden brown, add your cheese of choice and cover with a lid to let it melt.
Now comes the fun part: assembling your burgers! Start with a layer of your homemade burger sauce, add your turkey patty, and finish with caramelized onions and fresh avocado. Use another sweet potato slice as the top bun.
When I tell you this meal was incredible and so delicious, I mean it! I will definitely be keeping this recipe in my fall dinner rotation. 🍂
