Blueberry Sweet Potato Turkey Breakfast Sausage Patties

Prep: 20 minCook: 20 min7 servingsmediumAmerican
Blueberry Sweet Potato Turkey Breakfast Sausage Patties

Homemade breakfast sausage patties combining lean ground turkey with riced sweet potato, fresh blueberries, and aromatic herbs like thyme and sage. The sweet potato adds natural sweetness and moisture while the blueberries provide bursts of flavor in every bite. These protein-packed patties are perfect for meal prep breakfast or brunch, offering a healthier alternative to traditional pork sausage with a unique sweet-savory profile that pairs beautifully with eggs or served alongside pancakes.

Gluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-Free

Ingredients

7 servings
  • 1 ½ cup sweet potato, riced
  • 1 lb ground turkey
    ground chicken1:1high

    note: similar lean protein

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  • 2 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp ground sage
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ¾ tsp sea salt
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup(optional)
    honey1:1high

    note: use for non-Whole30 version

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  • ⅓ cup fresh blueberries
  • 3 tbsp avocado oil
    olive oil1:1medium

    note: may have stronger flavor

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Steam the sweet potato in a bowl with water, covered with paper towel, microwaving for 4 minutes, or steam on stovetop in shallow pan with water until softened

  2. 2

    Squeeze steamed sweet potato with towel to remove excess liquid and allow to cool

  3. 3

    Combine sweet potato with ground turkey, thyme, sage, garlic powder, salt, and maple syrup until well mixed

  4. 4

    Gently fold in blueberries, being careful not to burst them

  5. 5

    Form mixture into round, slightly flattened sausage patties

  6. 6

    Heat avocado oil in large deep pan over medium high heat

  7. 7

    Cook patties in batches without overcrowding for 3-5 minutes per side until crisped, browned, and internal temperature reaches 165 F

Tips

Tip 1

Rice sweet potato by grating on large holes of box grater or using food processor with grating disc for best texture.

Tip 2

Don't skip squeezing excess moisture from steamed sweet potato as this prevents soggy sausages.

Tip 3

Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding which steams rather than browns the patties.

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate for 3-4 days in airtight container

Make Ahead

Form patties up to 1 day ahead and refrigerate before cooking

Serve With

Serve fresh and hot alongside eggs, pancakes, or toast

Common Mistakes

Watch

Don't skip removing moisture from sweet potato to avoid mushy texture

Watch

Avoid overcrowding pan to ensure proper browning rather than steaming

Substitutions

maple syrup→
honey1:1high

note: use for non-Whole30 version

Full guide →
ground turkey→
ground chicken1:1high

note: similar lean protein

Full guide →
avocado oil→
olive oil1:1medium

note: may have stronger flavor

Full guide →
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FAQ

Can I freeze these sausage patties?

Yes, cooked patties freeze well for up to 3 months. Reheat in skillet or microwave until heated through.

What if I don't have a microwave for steaming?

Steam sweet potato on stovetop in shallow pan with small amount of water and lid for 4-5 minutes.

Can I make these Whole30 compliant?

Simply omit the maple syrup as noted in the recipe for Whole30 compliance.