Big Basil Turkey Burgers
Juicy, flavorful, and bursting with freshness, these Big Basil Turkey Burgers are a delicious twist on a classic favorite. Made with lean ground turkey and packed with fragrant chopped basil, minced garlic, and finely diced onion, these burgers deliver a savory, herbaceous punch that sets them apart. A touch of soy sauce and breadcrumbs ensures each patty is moist and perfectly seasoned, while a quick cook on the skillet locks in all the goodness with a golden crust. Serve these tender turkey patties on toasted burger buns, layered with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and your favorite condiments for a satisfying meal that's perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings. Quick, easy, and family-friendly, these basil-infused turkey burgers are sure to become a go-to recipe for burger night.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup breadcrumb
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 4 pieces tomato slices
- condiments (mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, if desired)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped basil leaves, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, breadcrumbs, egg, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients gently with your hands or a spoon until well incorporated. Be careful not to overmix to keep the burgers tender.
Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties about 3/4-inch thick.
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the pan is hot, add the burger patties. Cook for about 5-6 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for another 5-6 minutes on the other side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
While the patties are cooking, optionally toast the burger buns on a separate pan or grill until lightly golden.
Assemble the burgers by placing a cooked turkey patty on the bottom half of a bun. Top with lettuce, a tomato slice, and your desired condiments.
Cover with the top half of the bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.5 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 891 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 30.0 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 219 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
