Description
These juicy turkey burgers are elevated with sun-dried tomato pesto and goat cheese. A perfect 4th of July grilling option!
Ingredients
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- 1 lbs (454 g) 99% lean ground turkey meat
- Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 medium red onion
- 1/2 cups (118 ml) seasoned bread crumbs
- 2 Tbsp sun-dried tomato pesto
- 1/2 cups (118 ml) goat cheese
- 1 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Spinach
- Sesame seed buns
Instructions
- Coat the skillet with olive oil and heat to medium.
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and hand-knead until evenly mixed.
- Roll the mixture into palm-sized balls and flatten into patties.
- Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until evenly browned.
- Toast the buns and spread 1 teaspoon of sun-dried tomato pesto on the top bun.
- Top with spinach and enjoy!
Notes
- To prevent the burgers from becoming dry, avoid overworking the turkey mixture. Gently combine ingredients until just mixed.
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil. Drain the oil before adding to the pesto.
- These burgers can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 100