Description
This moist and flavorful turkey burger recipe features lean ground turkey blended with whole wheat breadcrumbs, dried onion flakes, and a blend of tangy condiments. Cooked on the stovetop to perfection and served with fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, pickles, and avocado, these healthy turkey burgers are a delicious alternative to traditional beef burgers. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, they can also be prepared in an air fryer for a fuss-free option.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
- 1/4 cup seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
- 1/4 cup dried onion flakes
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove garlic (grated)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
For Cooking
- Olive oil spray
Burger Assembly
- 4 burger buns
- Cheese slices
- Sliced tomato
- Sliced red onion
- Iceberg lettuce leaves
- Sliced pickles
- Ketchup and mustard for topping
- Caramelized onions
- Avocado slices
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, dried onion flakes, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, grated garlic, and kosher salt. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated but avoid overmixing to keep burgers tender.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each into a patty about 1/2 inch thick to ensure they cook evenly through the center.
- Heat Skillet: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Once hot, lightly spray the skillet with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Burgers: Place the patties in the skillet, reduce heat to low, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until browned and fully cooked. Monitor closely to prevent burning and check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safety.
- Prepare Buns and Toppings: While the burgers cook, prepare your burger buns and assorted toppings. Toast buns if desired.
- Assemble Burgers: Once cooked, place each turkey burger on a bun and add cheese, tomato, lettuce, red onion, pickles, caramelized onions, avocado, and your preferred condiments such as ketchup and mustard.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the assembled burgers right away for the best flavor and texture.
- Optional Air Fryer Method: Preheat an air fryer to 400°F. Air fry the turkey burgers for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until cooked through and browned.
Notes
- Because turkey burgers have less fat than beef, they tend to stick easily to cooking surfaces; using oil spray and a nonstick skillet can help prevent sticking.
- Do not press down on the patties while cooking to retain moisture.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure they reach 165°F for food safety.
- For gluten-free options, substitute regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Feel free to customize toppings to your taste preferences for added freshness and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 351 kcal
- Sugar: 8.5 g
- Sodium: 768.5 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33.5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 84 mg
