Turkey Burgers Recipe

Name: Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Turkey, Dark Meat; 1/2 Small Red Onion, Finely Diced; 1/2 Red Pepper, Finely Diced; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard; 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke (optional); 1/2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs; 1 teaspoon Salt, More To Taste; 1/2 teaspoons Pepper, More To Taste; 1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning; 1 Egg; 1 Large Zucchini; 1 dash Salt; 4 slices Provolone Cheese; 4 Hamburger Buns; 2 Tablespoons Purchased Pesto; 1 cup Spinach, Or As Desired

Servings: persons

1 pound Ground Turkey, Dark Meat
1/2 Small Red Onion, Finely Diced
1/2 Red Pepper, Finely Diced
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke (optional)
1/2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon Salt, More To Taste
1/2 teaspoons Pepper, More To Taste
1/2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
1 Egg
1 Large Zucchini
1 dash Salt
4 slices Provolone Cheese
4 Hamburger Buns
2 Tablespoons Purchased Pesto
1 cup Spinach, Or As Desired

1
Preheat your grill.
2
Mix the patty ingredients together in a large bowl.
3
Fry up a small peice of the burger mixture and once its done, check to see if you need to adjust your seasonings.
4
Form your turkey burger mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
5
Slice zucchini into very thin strips lengthwise.
6
Lightly salt the zucchini slices and let them sit on a paper towel to draw the water out.
7
Grill the burgers on medium heat for about 7-9 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
8
When the burgers are about 2 minutes away from being done, top with provolone and put the zucchini slices on the grill and cook for 1 minute on each side.
9
Place a patty on each bun, spread 1/2 a tablespoon of the pesto on each top bun.
10
Top the patties with a slice of grilled zucchini and a small bunch of spinach.
11
Enjoy!

576

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

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.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Ground Turkey, Dark Meat, 1/2 Small Red Onion, Finely Diced, 1/2 Red Pepper, Finely Diced, 3 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, 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!

Turkey Burgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions