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10+ best turkey mince recipes for a leaner dinner

From spicy turkey stir-fries to speedy burger recipes, these are our favourite ways to cook with turkey mince.

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Turkey mince is a cost-effective and crowd-pleasing canvas for creativity in the kitchen. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy turkey burger, a zesty Thai-inspired turkey stir-fry, or a comforting turkey lasagne, our collection of turkey mince recipes has every craving covered.

Beyond its versatility, turkey mince boasts health benefits that make it an excellent choice for those looking to maintain a balanced diet. It's lower in fat compared to beef and pork mince, making it a heart-healthy option, and it's a great source of essential nutrients and lean protein, too.

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Teriyaki turkey meatballs with soba noodles recipe

teriyaki turkey meatballs with soba noodles

Meatballs are an easy midweek meal, and we can't get enough of these Thai turkey meatballs with sticky teriyaki sauce. The addition of sugar snap peas, carrots, lime juice, and fresh coriander brings real freshness to the dish.

Recipe: Teriyaki turkey meatballs with soba noodles

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Turkey burgers recipe

turkey burgers

We've combined turkey mince, red onion, fresh ginger, green chilli, wholegrain mustard, and coriander to give these an Indian-inspired twist with bold, fiery flavours. Served in a fresh burger bun with crisp lettuce and tomato slices, they're guaranteed to be a big hit at your next BBQ.

Recipe: Turkey burgers

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Turkey lasagne recipe

turkey lasagne

We've replaced classic beef mince with turkey mince for a lighter take on traditional lasagne. Dried lasagne sheets make easy work of this crowd-pleasing recipe; once you've got the knack of layering, be sure to check out our round-up of lasagne recipes for more inspiring ideas.

Recipe: Turkey lasagne

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Curried turkey burgers recipe

curried turkey burger

On the table in under an hour, these turkey burgers are guaranteed to become a firm family favourite. There's only a few ingredients required, but the addition of curry paste and mango chutney ensure full-on flavour in every juicy bite.

Recipe: Curried turkey burgers

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Kung Pao turkey wraps recipe

kung pao turkey wraps

Cool, crunchy lettuce topped with spicy Kung Pao turkey mince is a combination we can't get enough of, and the recipe couldn't be simpler. Ready on the table in under 25 minutes, it's a perfect DIY dinner.

Recipe: Kung Pao turkey wraps

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Cajun turkey burgers recipe

cajun turkey burgers
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These turkey burgers topped with grilled avocado and sweetcorn salsa are just what we want for dinner: healthy, delicious, and on the table in just 45 minutes. They're packed with flavour but relatively mild in spice, making them great for all the family.

Recipe: Cajun turkey burgers

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Turkey meatballs with barbecue sauce recipe

turkey meatballs with barbecue sauce

These Italian-style meatballs are seasoned with coriander and chilli, and dressed with a barbecue tomato sauce for extra flavour. Top with fresh coriander, chives or parsley and serve with wholegrain rice. It couldn't be simpler!

Recipe: Turkey meatballs with barbecue sauce

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Turkey burgers with crispy onion rings recipe

turkey burgers with crispy onion rings

These turkey burgers are packed with festive flavour, thanks to the addition of cranberries and fragrant thyme.

Recipe: Turkey burgers with crispy onion rings

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Turkey meatball courgetti recipe

turkey meatballs with courgetti
Good Housekeeping UK

Fancy a lighter take on spaghetti and meatballs? This is the perfect weeknight recipe – and crammed with veggies, too.

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Turkey chilli recipe

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Oscar Hather / Good Housekeeping

This smoky turkey chilli recipe requires little prep, but delivers full-on flavour (plus a good hit of protein, too, thanks to the combination of lean turkey mince and kidney beans).

Recipe: Turkey chilli

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An experienced and highly skilled team of food writers, stylists and digital content producers, the Good Housekeeping Cookery Team is a close-knit squad of food obsessives. Cookery Editor Emma Franklin is our resident chilli obsessive and barbecue expert, who spends an inordinate amount of time on holidays poking round the local supermarkets seeking out new and exciting foods. Senior Cookery Writer Alice Shields is a former pastry chef and baking fanatic who loves making bread and would have peanut butter with everything if she could. Her favourite carb is pasta, and our vibrant green spaghetti is her weeknight go-to. Lover of all things savoury, Senior Cookery Writer Grace Evans can be found eating crispy corn and nocellara olives at every opportunity, and will take the cheeseboard over dessert any time (though she cannot resist a slice of tres leches cake). With a wealth of professional kitchen know-how, culinary training and years of experience between them, they are all dedicated to ensuring every Good Housekeeping recipe is the best it can be, so you can trust they’ll work (and if they don’t – we’ll have the answer for why*) every time (*90% of the time the answer is: “buy an separate oven thermometer”!). 

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