Juicy Avocado Turkey Burgers
These juicy Avocado Turkey Burgers are packed with flavor and topped with avocado, burger sauce, and quick pickled onions for the ultimate summer burger. A few simple techniques help keep every turkey burger incredibly tender, making this an easy recipe you'll want to make all grilling season.
Ingredients
Burgers:
- ¼ cup white onion
- 2-3 tablespoons cold butter
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese finely shredded
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Toppings:
- hamburger buns of choice regular or gluten-free
- lettuce
- easy burger sauce
- American cheese regular or dairy-free
- avocado slices
- red quick pickled onions
Instructions
- Grater: Place a box grater on top of 2-3 pieces of paper towel. Grate ¼ cup white onion on top of the paper towel. Use the paper towel to gently squeeze out the excess moisture from the onion. Set onions aside. Use the same box grater to shred 2-3 tablespoons cold butter.
- Combine: Put the shredded onion and butter in a large bowl and add 1 pound ground turkey, 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons garlic, 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon lemon zest, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper. Mix together.
- Make Burger Patties: Prepare a small parchment-lined baking sheet. Divide mixture into 4 equal patties about ½ - ¾ inches thick on the sheet pan. Press down in the middle of each patty with your thumb to create an indent. Place in the freezer for 20 minutes (this makes them easier to handle and keep their shape on the grill).
- Prep: Preheat the grill to a medium-high heat. Take a piece of paper towel and put a little olive oil on it - hold it with a pair of tongs and rub the olive oil on the hot grill grates (carefully).
- Grill Burgers: Place burgers directly on the grill over direct heat and close the lid. Let cook 5-6 minutes per side or until they reach an internal temperature of 160℉ (use a meat thermometer). If using cheese, place on top during the last 1-2 minutes of cooking. Remove and let rest 5 minutes.
- Build Burger: Place a piece of lettuce on top of the bottom bun. Follow with burger sauce, turkey burger, sliced avocado, pickled onions and top bun. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Ground Turkey: I recommend buying the least lean option possible.
- Cold Butter: if you are looking to really keep these turkey burgers lean, you can omit the butter BUT if you are looking for a juicy turkey burger, then definitely include this step!
- Make ahead: feel free to make the patties the day before. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Freeze: to make these ahead and freeze, simply prepare raw patties and then place a piece of parchment between them as you stack. Place in a freezer-safe bag, label and freeze for up to 3 months. Let thaw for a bit before cooking and then grill according to the instructions above.
- Nutrition: provided nutrition is an estimate and includes a whole wheat bun, avocado and a slice of cheese.
Nutrition
Calories: 453kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 1084mg | Potassium: 612mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 470IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 309mg | Iron: 3mg
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