Description
This turkey burger recipe strikes the perfect balance between healthy and delicious. With a blend of savory aromatics, moisture-retaining ingredients, and a careful cooking method, these burgers stay juicy and full of flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts, they’re easy to make and versatile enough to customize with your favorite toppings and sides. Say goodbye to dry turkey burgers and hello to a mouthwatering meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- ½ cup grated onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Olive oil for cooking
- 4 burger buns
- Toppings of choice (lettuce, tomato, cheese, sauces)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except olive oil and buns in a bowl; mix gently until just combined.
- Shape mixture into 4 equal patties, making a small indentation in the center of each.
- Chill patties in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat, add olive oil.
- Cook patties 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Toast buns in skillet until golden.
- Assemble burgers with preferred toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing the meat for tender patties.
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.
- Panko breadcrumbs help keep the texture light and juicy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-frying or Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg