Lean & juicy turkey burgers are packed with flavor but light on calories. They are a perfectly delicious addition to your next BBQ!
You wouldn’t guess this delicious turkey burger isn’t made from beef! Pair this healthy, but tasty version with a side of Baked French Fries, Macaroni Salad, or Baked Beans. Or try Grilled Asparagus and Boiling Corn on the Cob to keep the healthy vibes going!
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Burgers are a staple dinner item in our home at any time of the year. We don’t limit this all American dish to grilling season.
I do like to mix up the flavors and add some twists here and there. This version is a healthy twist with a a lot of flavor! Turkey burgers have a lower fat content, which makes them healthier, but also means they can be dry or burn easily.
To make sure these are packed with flavor I upped the spices, added some soy sauce, and use egg and bread crumbs to bind it all together.
The result is a delicious and healthy twist and one yummy burger!
Best turkey burger recipe
MIX. Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and mix together.
FORM. Divide the meat into 6 portions. Press each portion into a 6 inch round patty (the patties will shrink once cooked). After you have formed the patties use the back of a spoon and make a slight indent in the middle of each of the patties. This will help keep the patties from puffing up in the middle.
COOK. Heat skillet to medium low and cook the patties to an internal temp of 180°F. This will be 3-5 minutes per side.
Grill it!
I used a skillet to cook the burgers, but they would be equally delicious cooked on a grill.
PREP. Coating the clean grates with vegetable oil will help keep them from sticking.
GRILL. Grill over medium high heat for 5 min covered until grill marked form. Flip and grill an additional 3-5 until cooked through. (180°F)
Tips + Storing info
Turkey burgers often turn out dry. There are a couple factors to keep in mind that contribute to this…
- Fat content: Turkey is often chosen because it is a lean meat. However, try to stay between 93/7 or 97/3 percent fat content. Having a little bit of fat will aid in a juicier burger, but too much fat and your burger will be too wet to hold together.
- Over cooking: I admit the first couple burgers I made didn’t turn out well because I had my stove turned up too high and they overcooked. The internal temp of a turkey burger should be 165°F.
Make ahead of time: The patties can be formed up to two days ahead of time and stored in the ridge until you’re ready to cook them.
To STORE, separate patties with parchment paper and store them in an airtight container.
FREEZE the patties for up to 6 months.
For more Burgers and Sandwiches try:
- Ranch Burgers
- Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken
- Teriyaki Chicken Burger
- Chicken Parmesan Sliders
- Turkey Cranberry Sandwich
Turkey Burger Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lb ground turkey
- 1/8 c seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 1/4 c chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1/4 c ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and mix together.
- Divide the meat into 6 portions. Press each portion into a 6 inch round patty (the patties will shrink once cooked).
- After you have formed the patties use the back of a spoon and make a slight indent in the middle of each of the patties. This will help keep the patties from puffing up in the middle.
- Heat skillet to medium low and cook the patties to an internal temp of 180°F. This will be 3-5 minutes per side.
A very good tasting healthy burger. If your opting for healthier this is the burger to try.
Turkey burgers are a great option!! They are just as delicious as hamburgers, but I don’t have to feel as guilty!
This turkey burger is so GOOD! The burger is so juicy and tender! LOVE IT!
Yay!! I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed the burger!
Love this turkey burger recipe! It still turned out juicy compared to a beef burger and it’s healthier. My kids loved it so that was the true test!
Thanks so much! Yes, if kids approve, that’s a tell tale sign it’s a keeper, right? 😉 Thanks for giving the recipe a try!
I loved how juicy and flavorful this burger was! It was delicious!
So glad to hear you enjoyed the burger! Thanks for sharing!
I’d never made turkey burgers before and tried this recipe out to be healthier. It was sooo good and I was honestly very surprised as how much I liked them. I did burn the first patty and had to adjust my stove temperature, but once that was correct the rest came out great.
Also, thanks for the tip on indenting the patty a little. I’ve made beef burgers that just came out to puffy and didn’t know how to fix that.
Hello, Kristyn,
Should that be 1/4 tsp. of pepper?
Thanks,
Cheryl
Oh yes, definitely! We’ll make a note to change that on the recipe card too. Thanks!