Turkey Burgers with Grilled Tomatoes and Lemon Mayo

Name: Turkey Burgers with Grilled Tomatoes and Lemon Mayonnaise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey (85 percent lean); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram or oregano; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves; 2 scallions, finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Vegetable oil, for brushing patties; 1 large tomato, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 1/2 cup Lemon Mayonnaise (recipe follows); 4 English muffins, split in half and toasted; Leaf lettuce, for garnish; 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced, for garnish; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons Creole mustard (see page 93); 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; (makes 1/2 cup)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds ground turkey (85 percent lean)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram or oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 scallions, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for brushing patties
1 large tomato, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup Lemon Mayonnaise (recipe follows)
4 English muffins, split in half and toasted
Leaf lettuce, for garnish
1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced, for garnish
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Creole mustard (see page 93)
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
(makes 1/2 cup)

1
Use your hands to mix the ground turkey, marjoram, parsley, scallions, garlic, salt, red-pepper flakes, and black pepper in a medium bowl; do not over mix or the burgers will be tough.
2
Shape the meat into four patties, each about 3/4-inch thick, and set them on a plate.
3
Cover with plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or for up to 8 hours.
4
Thirty minutes before youre ready to grill the turkey patties, remove them from the refrigerator.
5
Heat the grill to medium-high.
6
Lightly brush the patties with oil, and grill over direct heat for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, until just cooked through.
7
(Do not overcook burgers or they will dry out.)
8
Brush the grill with additional oil, then grill the tomato slices until they are lightly charred, 1 to 2 minutes per side, and use a metal spatula to remove them from grill.
9
Serve the burgers on the toasted muffins with the grilled tomatoes, Lemon Mayonnaise, lettuce, and sliced avocado.
10
Combine the ingredients in a small bowl, cover with plastic, and refrigerate until needed.

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey (85 percent lean), 2 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram or oregano, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, 2 scallions, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Turkey Burgers with Grilled Tomatoes and Lemon Mayonnaise 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.

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Turkey Burgers with Grilled Tomatoes and Lemon Mayonnaise

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