Serves 6
 
Ingredients: 

• 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
• 1-1/2 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Mrs. Dash® Chicken Grilling Blend seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 cup (8-ounce can) low-sodium tomato sauce
• 6 hamburger buns

Nutrient Analysis: Calories: 322, Protein: 28 g, Carbohydrates: 30 g, Fat: 10 g, Cholesterol: 71 mg, Sodium: 325 mg, Potassium: 568 mg, Phosphorus: 275 mg, Calcium: 90 mg, Fiber: 1.7 g

Renal and Renal Diabetic Food Exchanges: 3 meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, medium potassium, 2 carbohydrate choices
 
Helpful Hints:

• Lean ground beef may be substituted for ground turkey. Drain the fat after browning the beef in preparation step 1.
• To save time, use frozen chopped onions and bell pepper.
• For a lower-protein diet, meat portion can be adjusted according to your diet plan.

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This article originally appeared in the August 2008 issue of AAKP Diet Tips & Bits.