Ah, the humble burger.

Sometimes I get so caught up in kitchen experiments that I forget to just cook a damn burger once in a while.

We have a red-meat-intolerant hubby in the house though, so burgers here are generally made from alternative meat sources.

And since a plain chicken, pork or turkey patty can’t even pretend to compare to beef, I dress them up a little.

Roasted Pepper Turkey Burger

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Author: Brittany Everett
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x

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Description

Spice up your turkey burger with roasted peppers and a hint of smoked paprika for a flavorful twist on a classic dish.

Ingredients

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2 bell peppers (I used red & green)
1 jalapeño
1/3 cup chopped parsley
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Olive oil
1.25 pounds ground turkey
1/2 cup panko

Instructions

Preheat your broiler to high. Place the bell peppers and jalapeño on a baking sheet and broil, turning every few minutes until all sides are blackened, about 10-12 minutes total.
Transfer the roasted peppers to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let them steam for about 10 minutes. This will make it easier to peel off the skins.
Once cooled, peel off the skins, remove the seeds, and chop the peppers finely.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped peppers, parsley, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, smoked paprika, ground turkey, and panko. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the burgers tender.
Form the mixture into 4 equal patties.
Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 3 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have a nice golden-brown crust.
Serve the turkey burgers on your choice of buns with your favorite toppings.

Notes

For a spicier burger, leave some seeds in the jalapeño. These burgers can be served on whole wheat buns for a healthier option. Leftover patties can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a skillet to maintain their texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American