Open-Faced Turkey Burgers Recipe

Name: Open-Faced Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, peeled; 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon prepared pesto; 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 2 slices whole wheat bread; 4-1/2 teaspoons honey; 1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Dash pepper; 1/2 pound lean ground turkey; 2 red lettuce leaves; 2 slices tomato; 2 slices sweet onion

Servings: persons

3 garlic cloves, peeled
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon prepared pesto
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 slices whole wheat bread
4-1/2 teaspoons honey
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
2 red lettuce leaves
2 slices tomato
2 slices sweet onion

1
Place garlic on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil. Wrap foil around garlic. Bake at 425u00b0 for 15-20 minutes or until garlic is softened. Cool for 10 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and pesto; set aside. In another small bowl, combine Italian seasoning and remaining oil; brush over bread. Set aside.
3
Squeeze softened garlic into a large bowl. Add the honey, mustard, salt and pepper. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into two patties.
4
Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Grill bread for 1-2 minutes on each side or until toasted. Top each slice of bread with lettuce, burger, tomato, onion and 1 tablespoon mayonnaise mixture.

629

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 garlic cloves, peeled, 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon prepared pesto, and more.

Yes, Open-Faced 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!

Open-Faced Turkey Burgers

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