Hawaiian Turkey Burgers Recipe

Name: Hawaiian Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup pineapple juice; 2 ½ tablespoons coconut aminos; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon ginger, grated; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit for nightshade free); 3 lbs ground dark turkey meat; 1 pineapple; 1 mango, peeled and diced; ½ cup baby tomatoes (sub papaya for nightshade free); 2 tablespoons basil, chopped; 2 tablespoons pineapple juice; 1 teaspoon ginger, grated; 1 garlic clove; ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Servings: persons

⅓ cup pineapple juice
2 ½ tablespoons coconut aminos
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit for nightshade free)
3 lbs ground dark turkey meat
1 pineapple
1 mango, peeled and diced
½ cup baby tomatoes (sub papaya for nightshade free)
2 tablespoons basil, chopped
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
1 garlic clove
¼ teaspoon sea salt

1
Mix together the pineapple juice, coconut aminos, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, sesame seeds, salt and red pepper flakes.
2
Add the ground turkey and knead the sauce in with your hands.
3
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4
Combine all of the salsa ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until roughly chopped.
5
Refrigerate to let the flavors meld while you wait for the meat to marinate.
6
Peel, core, and slice the pineapple into rounds.
7
You will only need 6 slices, so keep the rest in the fridge to snack on!
8
Preheat a grill to medium heat.
9
Form patties with your hands from the marinated turkey meat.
10
Grill the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, until they have an internal temperature of 180 degrees F.
11
Remove the patties and tent loosely with foil while you grill the pineapple.
12
Grill the pineapple rounds for 1 minute on each side.
13
Serve the burgers over lettuce (or on my Grain-free Buns) topped with Mango Salsa and a piece of grilled pineapple.

845

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

105

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup pineapple juice, 2 ½ tablespoons coconut aminos, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Hawaiian Turkey Burgers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hawaiian Turkey Burgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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