Turkey sausage patties are a flavorful, healthy, low-carb, high-protein option that work for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re easy to make and versatile.
These turkey sausage patties are one of my favorite ways to prepare ground turkey. The blend of herbs and spices gives them classic sausage flavor, making them a great breakfast choice or a savory addition to grain bowls and salads. They’re filling, nutrient-dense, and naturally dairy-free and gluten-free. They also fit Paleo and Whole30 eating plans when you use compliant ingredients.
While sausage patties are often associated with breakfast, they shine on hearty veggie bowls or alongside roasted vegetables. For another simple one-bowl idea, consider a Korean-style beef cauliflower rice bowl.
Table of Contents
- Why this recipe works
- Recipe ingredients
- Additions/ Substitutions
- Step by step instructions
- Expert tips
- Recipe FAQs
- Other ground turkey recipes you’ll love
- Healthy Turkey Sausage Patties (Paleo, Whole30) Recipe
Why this recipe works
- Transforms plain ground turkey into a savory, well-seasoned patty with true sausage flavor.
- Each patty delivers a high protein boost—about 18 g of protein per patty.
- Suitable for Whole30, Paleo, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets when using compliant ingredients.
- Allergy-friendly: no nuts, soy, gluten, or dairy required.
Recipe ingredients
- Ground turkey – use regular ground turkey with some fat (not the ultra-lean 99% fat-free variety) for better flavor and juiciness.
- Garlic powder, onion powder, fennel seeds, rubbed sage, paprika, dried parsley, dried thyme, black pepper, salt – these spices create the classic sausage profile and season the patties evenly.
See the recipe card below for exact measurements.
Additions/ Substitutions
- Add a touch of maple syrup if you prefer sweet sausage flavor.
- Fold in fresh or frozen blueberries for a sweet-tart twist.
- Omit or adjust any herbs or spices to suit your taste.
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Place the ground turkey in a large bowl. Add garlic powder, onion powder, fennel seeds, rubbed sage, paprika, parsley, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Mix until evenly combined.
Step 2: Shape the mixture into small patties, about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of meat each (roughly 12–13 patties total).
Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties 4–5 minutes per side, working in batches if needed, until browned and no longer pink in the center.
Expert tips
- Do not overcook—turkey dries out quickly. Remove patties when the interior is fully cooked but still juicy.
- Use ground turkey with some fat for better texture and flavor.
- Don’t skip the fennel seeds—they provide the signature sausage-like aroma and taste.
Recipe FAQs
About 91 calories per patty (approximate).
Keep cooled patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. They also freeze well for longer storage.
Yes — ground beef, pork, or pre-seasoned sausage meat can be used if you prefer a different flavor or texture.
Other ground turkey recipes you’ll love
Turkey Rice and Beans
Ground turkey soup
Turkey meatballs with oats
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Healthy Turkey Sausage Patties (Paleo, Whole30)
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground turkey
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp fennel seeds
- 3 tsp rubbed sage
- 2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
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Put the ground turkey into a large bowl. Add garlic powder, onion powder, fennel seeds, rubbed sage, black pepper, paprika, parsley, thyme, and salt. Mix well.
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Form the mixture into small patties, using about 1/4 to 1/2 cup of meat per patty (about 12–13 patties).
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties 4–5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Cook in batches if necessary.
Notes
- You can add maple syrup to the mixture for a sweeter sausage.
- Blueberries are a tasty optional addition.
- Omit any seasoning you don’t like or adjust amounts to taste.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.