Lean Turkey Burgers
Savor the delicious simplicity of Lean Turkey Burgers, a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional beef patties. Made with lean ground turkey, whole wheat breadcrumbs, and seasoned perfectly with garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, these burgers strike the perfect balance between health-conscious and hearty. Quick to prepare, these juicy patties come together in just 15 minutes of prep time and cook to golden perfection in under 10 minutes on a skillet or grill. Serve them on lightly toasted burger buns with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, and your choice of toppings for a meal that’s as customizable as it is satisfying. Packed with protein and bursting with flavor, these easy turkey burgers are perfect for weeknight dinners, cookouts, or meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 0.25 cup breadcrumb (preferably whole wheat)
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 8 pieces tomato slices
- 1 as desired optional toppings (cheese, ketchup, mustard, etc.)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine lean ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, ground black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly using your hands or a spoon until all ingredients are well combined.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick. Ensure the patties are evenly shaped for even cooking.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add olive oil and allow it to warm up for about 1 minute.
Place the turkey patties in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the patties gently and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the burgers reaches 165°F (74°C).
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns on another pan or in a toaster if desired.
Assemble the burgers: Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a turkey patty, 2 tomato slices, and any optional toppings like cheese, ketchup, or mustard. Top with the remaining half of the bun.
Serve the lean turkey burgers immediately while hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.0 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2093 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.8 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 121.0 g | 242% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1749 mg | 37% | |
*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.
