Grilled Herbed Turkey Burgers

Summer is synonymous with grilling, and juicy burgers often take center stage. But what if you're craving a lighter option packed with protein? Look no further than these easy grilled turkey patties! This recipe delivers on flavor without sacrificing health, making it a perfect choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun backyard barbecue.

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Course: Al La Carte, brunch, Lunch

Cuisine: American, Healthy, Mediterranean

Keyword: Best Turker Burgers, Best Turkey Burgers, Grilled Turkey Burgers, Healthy Turkey Burgers, Open Faced Turkey Burgers, Turkey Patties

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 20

Servings: people

Calories: 165kcal

Author: Julietkitchen By Chef Yasmin

Equipment

1 cast iron grill pan

Ingredients

2 pounds ground turkey meat dark of white meat
1/2 cup mixed herbs finely minded - equal portions fresh: thyme leaves (I used broad leaf thyme) sage and cilantro
1 tablespoon garlic freshly grated
1 large shallot peeled and finely minced
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt adjust for your diet
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika or sweet
1 teaspoon ground coriander
Optional: 3/4 teaspoons red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
avocado oil for greasing the indoor grill pan

Bread and topping ingredients

bread of choice I used mini yogurt flat bread
sliced tomatoes
salad greens I used micro broccoli
salad dressing any home made dressing will do

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Instructions

Season the turkey ground meat

Add all the seasoning ingredients and turkey ground meat into a medium mixing bowl. Use hands or spatula to combine thoroughly without over mixing.
Note: Can be divided and shaped immediately or set aside for up to 1 hour.
2 pounds ground turkey meat, 1/2 cup mixed herbs, 1 tablespoon garlic, 1 large shallot, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, Optional: 3/4 teaspoons red pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Divide the seasoned meat into 8 portions.Shape into patties about 1/4 inch or less thickness.

Preheat a cast iron grill pan. Grill the Turkey Patties

Heat the grill pan using medium high heat. When the pan starts to smoke, brush a coat of avocado oil.
avocado oil for greasing the indoor grill pan
Grill the patties in batches - 2 to 3 patties at a time depending on the size of the pan. Grill 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and let the patties rest for five minutes before assembling.
Note: alternatively the patties can be grilled on an outdoor grill.

Assemble the patties as desired.

Note: I love to use a yogurt flat bread to make an open face sandwich topped with just tomatoes, micro greens and drizzled with a home made salad dressing.
bread of choice, sliced tomatoes, salad greens, salad dressing

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