Description
This homemade turkey burger recipe features lean ground turkey combined with flavorful seasonings and whole wheat breadcrumbs for a healthy yet juicy burger. Cooked on the stovetop or air fryer, these turkey burgers are perfectly browned and tender, served on your choice of buns with fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, cheese, and avocado. Ideal for a nutritious and delicious meal that’s quick to prepare.
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
For Serving
- 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
- Prepare the Burger Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs, dried onion flakes, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, grated garlic, and kosher salt. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly incorporated without overworking the meat.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each into a patty about 1/2 inch thick, pressing down to ensure they are not too thick for even cooking.
- Heat the Skillet: Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. When the skillet is hot, lightly spray with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Burgers: Place the patties in the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until the burgers are browned, cooked through, and reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Monitor closely to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Prepare Buns and Toppings: While the burgers cook, prepare your burger buns and desired toppings. You may toast the buns lightly for extra texture and flavor.
- Assemble and Serve: Once cooked, place the burgers on the buns, add cheese, sliced tomato, red onion, lettuce, pickles, caramelized onions, avocado, ketchup, and mustard as desired. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
- Alternative Cooking Method: For air frying, preheat the air fryer to 400°F and cook the turkey burgers for approximately 4 to 5 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
Notes
- Turkey burgers have lower fat content compared to beef and may stick to grills; to prevent sticking, make sure to clean and oil the grill thoroughly before cooking, or opt for skillet cooking with oil spray.
- Do not overwork the turkey mixture to maintain tender burgers.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure safety (165°F).
- Consider using gluten-free breadcrumbs if dietary restrictions require it.
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: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33.5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 84 mg
