Easy Ground Turkey Burgers Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 burgers
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Calories
235 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Ground Turkey Burgers Recipe
Description
Easy Ground Turkey Burgers Recipe combines ground turkey with fresh chives, parsley, minced garlic, lemon juice, and Italian-flavored breadcrumbs. Mayonnaise is incorporated into the mixture to add moisture, offsetting the lean quality of the turkey thigh or breast used. The patties are shaped carefully to avoid breaking and a central indentation is made to help them cook evenly and prevent puffing up. Grilling over medium-high heat until the internal temperature reaches 165°F ensures food safety and a well-cooked center. Toasting the buns briefly adds texture and warmth to the sandwich. The fresh herb and garlic flavors complemented by lemon juice give the burgers a bright and savory profile.
These burgers are served with traditional accompaniments such as butter lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, mayo, and avocado slices, allowing customization based on preference. Their moderate size lets you adjust portion and bun options according to appetite or occasion.
Using an instant-read meat thermometer is recommended to confirm proper doneness, ensuring the turkey is safely cooked and remains juicy. Handling the mixture gently preserves the tender texture of the patties. This recipe provides a straightforward approach to a flavorful turkey burger with fresh ingredients enhancing the overall taste.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey (I used thigh, but feel free to use breast meat)
- 1 tablespoon chive chopped, fresh
- 1 tablespoons parsley chopped finely, fresh
- 1 garlic minced, large clove
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (I used Italian flavored)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- Serve with: hamburger buns, butter lettuce, tomato, red onion, mayo, avocado... etc.
Instructions
- Oil and pre-heat your grill to high heat.
- Chop the chives and parsley, and prepare your toppings (tomato, onion, lettuce, etc.).
- In a medium to large bowl, add the ground turkey, chives, parsley, minced garlic, lemon juice, breadcrumbs, mayo, and salt & pepper. Using your hands, gently mix everything together, taking care to not over handle the mixture.
- Form burger patties one by one and place them on a sheet of wax paper. You should be able to make six small to average-size burger patties or four larger ones. Using your thumb, create a depression in the center of each patty so they cook evenly. Patties will be quite delicate.
- Turn the grill down to medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties until their internal temperature is at least 165F. Cooking time really depends on your grill and the thickness of the patties. Mine took about 5 minutes/side (made 4 patties).
- Once the burgers are cooked, you can toast the buns for about 20-30 seconds on each side if desired (we did this right on the grill after buttering them).
- Assemble burgers and enjoy!
Notes
- Use an instant-read meat thermometer to confirm burgers reach 165°F internally for safety.
- Handle the meat mixture gently to maintain tender patties that hold together on the grill.
- Create a shallow indentation in the center of each patty to promote even cooking and reduce puffing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 235 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 235kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 303mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 389mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 179IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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