Buffalo Turkey Cheeseburger with Blue Cheese Broccoli Slaw
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Buffalo Turkey Cheeseburger with Blue Cheese Broccoli Slaw
Description
Buffalo Turkey Cheeseburger with Blue Cheese Broccoli Slaw features ground turkey blended with grated carrots, garlic, onion, and Frank's hot sauce to provide a mild buffalo heat. The mixture is formed into patties, cooked in a skillet to preserve juiciness, and topped with reduced-fat cheddar slices. The broccoli slaw, tossed with a skinny blue cheese dressing, adds a crisp, creamy component when layered on whole wheat burger buns. The combination creates a burger with a balance of spicy, creamy, and fresh flavors.
The turkey burgers are cooked over medium-low heat after searing to ensure thorough cooking without burning the exterior. Topping with cheese toward the end melts it slightly, enhancing the moist texture. The broccoli slaw complements with its crunchy texture and tangy blue cheese notes. Using whole wheat buns integrates a nutty flavor and whole grain component.
This burger fits well as a main course for lunch or dinner and pairs well with side dishes like baked fries or a simple salad. It is a practical option for those wanting a buffalo-flavored burger with lean meat and a cooling, crisp slaw balance.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups broccoli slaw
- 1/4 cup blue cheese dressing skinny
- 1.25 lbs ground turkey 93% lean
- 2/3 cup carrot grate in food processor, grated
- 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs seasoned
- 1 clove garlic (grated)
- 1 tbsp red onion (grated)
- 1/4 cup hot sauce brand: Franks
- salt
- black pepper
- cooking spray
- 5 lices cheddar cheese reduced fat
- 5 whole wheat burger bun (I used Martin's 100 calorie Potato Whole Wheat Buns)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl combine broccoli slaw and skinny blue cheese dressing. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, carrots, breadcrumbs, garlic, onion, hot sauce, salt and pepper. Makes 5 equal patties, 5.5 oz each.
- Heat a large skillet on high heat. When hot, lightly spray the oil. Add burgers to the pan and reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Cook on one side until browned 4-5 minutes, then flip.
- Cook another 4 minutes or until burgers are cooked all the way through (keep heat medium-low to prevent burning); top with cheese and place on a toasted burger buns topped with broccoli slaw.
- If grilling, clean grill well before cooking and spray with oil spray to prevent sticking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 358 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1burger | |
| Calories | 358kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 22.5g | 8% |
| Protein | 38.5g | 77% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Fiber | 5.5g | 22% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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