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These are the Best Homemade Turkey Burgers you will ever have! Thick, juicy and perfectly seasoned. They come together in 20 minutes to enjoy with your favorite burger toppings!
Best Homemade Turkey Burgers
These truly are the Best Homemade Turkey Burgers you will ever have. They are so juicy and tender, and bursting with flavor. If you have never had a turkey burger then this is the time to finally try one. If you have and are not a fan then give these a try and I guarantee they will change your mind. Embrace the fact that they are made out of turkey like we do and appreciate how good they are.
Seasoned to perfection and cooked to just the right temperature. They are so juicy on the inside and nice and char on the outside. Have them in a burger bun and all the classic fixins; or wrap them in a lettuce wrap with your favorite toppings. Get as creative as you’d like with these tasty and trendy turkey burgers.
Can I make Turkey patties in advance?
Yes you can make these patties in advance. Line a container or baking sheet pan with parchment paper and place the patties over it. Cover patties with Saran Wrap or lid and keep in the fridge. Because Turkey meat is lean, it will stick to the parchment paper. Carefully remove them when ready to cook. You most likely will have to reshape them a bit.
How can I tell when turkey burgers are done?
Use a thermometer and place in the middle of each patty once they have been cooked through. It should read a temperature of 165 degrees F once they’re done.
Tips for making Turkey Burgers:
- Preheat skillet– Place turkey patties on a preheated hot surface. This will prevent them from sticking to the skillet.
- Use thermometer to take internal temperature- Stick thermometer in the middle of each burger. It should read 165 degrees F once they are done.
- Try grilling them!- Rub patties with a bit of olive oil on each side. Preheat grill on medium-high heat and grill each patty for 4-5 minutes on one side.
- Don’t skip the ACV- Apple cider vinegar helps neutralize the after taste turkey meat tends to have. It will also add flavor to your burgers.
- Serve immediately- Turkey burgers taste so much better right off the heat. Any leftover burgers allow to completely cool off. Place in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for 3-4 days. Reheat on skillet for better taste.
What you need to make them:
- Ground Turkey
- Green Onions
- Garlic
- Fresh Parsley
- Dried Oregano
- Dried Thyme
- Pink Sea Salt
- Black Pepper
- Paprika
- Onion Powder
- Apple Cider Vinegar
How to make Turkey Burgers:
- Step 1– Start by thinly dicing green onions, mincing garlic and thinly chopping parsley. Add ground turkey to a medium mixing bowl. Add prepped green onions, garlic, and parsley. Drizzle apple cider vinegar and add spices; salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, oregano and thyme.
- Step 2– Mix ground turkey with all of the spices and herbs making sure they are well incorporated into the meat. Divide into 8 equal parts and shape into patties about 1/2 inch thick.
- Step 3– Preheat olive oil on a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for a few minutes. Place the first 4 patties on the heated surface and sear patties for 4-5 minutes. Flip over and sear for another 4-5 minutes. Place thermometer in the middle of each patty and it should register at 165 degrees F. Remove patties from skillet and add the other 4 patties. Repeat searing process.
- Step 4– Serve patties immediately on burger buns or lettuce wraps with preferred toppings. If you have any leftover patties place them in an airtight container once they are completely cooled off. Keep refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.
Toppings for your Turkey Burgers:
- Lettuce
- Tomatoes
- Red Onions
- Avocado
- Pickles
- Cheese
- Bacon
- Condiments- Mayo, Ketchup and Mustard
Sides to serve Turkey Burgers with:
- Baked Sweet Potato Fries
- Garlic Parmesan Parsnip Fries
- Best and Easiest Homemade Guacamole
- Homemade Vegan Mayo
- Pickled Red Onions
- Corn on the Cob
Can you freeze Turkey Burgers?
Turkey burgers can be prepped and frozen. You can either freeze them uncooked or cooked. Either way, place pieces of parchment paper in between each patty to prevent them from sticking to each other. Place them in a freezer bag and keep frozen for 3-4 months.
Did you like this Turkey Burgers recipe? You may also like these other burger recipes:
- Buffalo Chicken Burgers with Blue Cheese Dressing
- Mahi Mahi Burgers with Chipotle-Avocado Spread
- Loaded Burger Bowls
- Turkey Sliders with Beet Slaw and Mashed Avocado
Check out more turkey recipes:
- Baked Turkey Meatballs
- Spaghetti Squash Boats (with Veggie Turkey Meat Sauce)
- Turkey Sliders with Beet Slaw and Mashed Avocado
- Crockpot Sriracha Turkey Chili
- Turkey Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers
Best Homemade Turkey Burgers
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground turkey
- 2 green onions
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp pink sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
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Start by thinly dicing green onions, mincing garlic and thinly chopping parsley. Add ground turkey to a medium mixing bowl. Add prepped green onions, garlic, and parsley. Drizzle apple cider vinegar and add spices; salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, oregano and thyme.
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Mix ground turkey with all of the spices and herbs making sure they are well incorporated into the meat. Divide into 8 equal parts and shape into patties about 1/2 inch thick.
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Preheat olive oil on a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for a few minutes. Place the first 4 patties on the heated surface and sear patties for 4-5 minutes. Flip over and sear for another 4-5 minutes. Place thermometer in the middle of each patty and it should register at 165 degrees F. Remove patties from skillet and add the other 4 patties. Repeat searing process.
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Serve patties immediately on burger buns or lettuce wraps with preferred toppings. If you have any leftover patties place them in an airtight container once they are completely cooled off. Keep refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.
Recipe Notes
- Preheat skillet– Place turkey patties on a preheated hot surface. This will prevent them from sticking to the skillet.
- Use thermometer to take internal temperature- Stick thermometer in the middle of each burger. It should read 165 degrees F once they are done.
- Try grilling them!– Rub patties with a bit of olive oil on each side. Preheat grill on medium-high heat and grill each patty for 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip and grill for another 4-5 minutes on the other side.
- Don’t skip the ACV– Apple cider vinegar helps neutralize the after taste turkey meat tends to have. It will also add flavor to your burgers.
- Serve immediately- Turkey burgers taste so much better right off the heat. Any leftover burgers allow to completely cool off. Place in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for 3-4 days. Reheat on skillet for better taste.
*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.
**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used.
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