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turkey burgers

Juicy Mediterranean Turkey Burgers

5 from 1 vote
Incredibly juicy and flavorful turkey burgers packed with fresh herbs, diced red peppers, and savory spices. Perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner cooked in just a few minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey Avoid extra lean breast meat
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper, finely diced Adds moisture and flavor
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped For bright herbal flavor
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Enhances the savory notes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Distributes evenly in the meat
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Adds depth of flavor
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt Adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper Freshly cracked is best
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For pan-frying
  • 4 brioche buns Toasted for serving
  • ½ cup tzatziki sauce Optional topping
  • 1 cup cucumber ribbons Optional topping

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl For combining the meat mixture
  • 1 Cast iron skillet For cooking the patties
  • 1 Spatula For flipping the burgers
  • 1 meat thermometer To check internal temperature

Method
 

  1. Combine ground turkey, diced peppers, fresh herbs, and dry spices in a large mixing bowl.
    mixing turkey burger ingredients by hand
  2. Divide the mixture and shape into four equal patties, pressing a shallow dimple into the center of each.
    pressing dimples into raw turkey burger patties
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear the patties for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
    placing raw turkey burger into hot cast iron skillet
  4. Transfer patties to a plate to rest for 3 minutes before serving on toasted buns with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 180gCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 26gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store cooked patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water to keep the meat moist.

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