Description

A flavorful and healthy turkey burger recipe that is quick to prepare and perfect for a delicious homemade meal. Made with lean ground turkey and seasoned with Italian herbs and spices, these burgers are juicy and tender, whether grilled or cooked on a cast iron skillet. Serve them on hamburger buns with your favorite fresh toppings for a satisfying sandwich everyone will love.

Ingredients

Turkey Burgers

1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
1 large egg (beaten)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (or tamari)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper

Buns and Toppings

5 hamburger buns
Lettuce (as desired)
Sliced tomatoes (as desired)
Sliced onion (as desired)
Ketchup (as desired)
Mustard (as desired)

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey, beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce (or tamari), Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and ground pepper until all the ingredients are well combined.
Form Patties: Using your hands, shape the mixture into 5 evenly sized burger patties, taking care to make them uniform in thickness for even cooking.
Grill Burgers: Preheat your grill or grill pan. Cook the patties for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until they are no longer pink in the center and are cooked through. This method imparts a smoky flavor and gives the burgers a nice char.
Alternative Cooking – Cast Iron Skillet: Alternatively, heat a small amount of oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat on the stovetop. Cook the patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until they are fully cooked and no longer pink inside.
Assemble and Serve: Serve the cooked turkey burger patties immediately on hamburger buns topped with your choice of fresh lettuce, sliced tomatoes, onions, ketchup, and mustard for a tasty and satisfying meal.

Notes

Make sure not to overwork the meat mixture to keep burgers tender.
You can substitute Worcestershire sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
Ensure the internal temperature of the turkey burger reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
For juicier burgers, avoid pressing down on them while cooking.
The recipe can be easily doubled or halved depending on the number of servings needed.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American