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Turkey Hamburger

A juicy and flavorful turkey hamburger that is a healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 burger buns
  • Your choice of toppings lettuce, tomato, avocado, etc.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Grill or stovetop skillet
  • Spatula
  • Meat thermometer
  • Burger press (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties.
  3. Heat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil.
  4. Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
  6. Once cooked, place the patties on the toasted buns and add your favorite toppings.
  7. Serve the turkey burgers immediately while they're hot.

Notes

These turkey hamburgers are fantastic served with sweet potato fries or a fresh salad.