Kid-Friendly Mediterranean Turkey Burgers Recipe

Name: Kid-Friendly Mediterranean Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey; 1 medium bosc pear, peel, cored and coarsely grated (firm); 1 egg, beaten (or 1/4 cup egg substitute); 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese style bread crumbs); 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, very finely minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh sage, finely chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 teaspoon coarse salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1 medium bosc pear, peel, cored and coarsely grated (firm)
1 egg, beaten (or 1/4 cup egg substitute)
1 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese style bread crumbs)
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 garlic cloves, very finely minced
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh sage, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

1
Mix together the turkey, pear, egg, panko, parsley, garlic, sage, rosemary, and allspice in a large bowl until well combined.
2
Add the salt and pepper or more to taste. (to test the flavor, cook a tsp or two of the meat mixture in the microwave or small skillet).
3
Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape them into patties, gently pressing the center of each to create a slight indentation. This will prevent the patty from bulging in the center, so that you end up with a flat, evenly cooked burger.
4
Refrigerate the patties until the grill is ready.
5
Prepare a charcoal fire or a gas grill to medium-hot.
6
Wipe the rack with canola oil and lay the burgers on it indentation side up.
7
Let them cook, without pressing down on them, until the bottoms are well seared, about 5 to 7 minutes.
8
Flip the burgers and continue grilling until they are completely cooked through (the juices will run clear) another 5 to 7 minutes.

496

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey, 1 medium bosc pear, peel, cored and coarsely grated (firm), 1 egg, beaten (or 1/4 cup egg substitute), 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese style bread crumbs), and more.

Yes, Kid-Friendly Mediterranean 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!

Kid-Friendly Mediterranean Turkey Burgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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