Ingredients
1.5 lbs ground turkey (93/7 or 94/6 lean)
4–5 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
Buns and toppings (lettuce, tomato, onion, mayonnaise) as desired
Instructions
1. Gather all ingredients. Mince garlic, chop parsley, grate Parmesan.
2. In a large bowl, place ground turkey. Add minced garlic, grated Parmesan, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley (if using), salt, and black pepper.
3. Using your hands, gently mix ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Divide mixture into 4 equal portions. Form each into a patty about 3/4-inch thick, slightly wider than buns. Press a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb.
5. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it shimmer.
6. Carefully place patties in hot skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes on first side until golden brown.
7. Flip burgers and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If adding cheese, place a slice on each patty during last minute to melt.
8. Remove burgers from skillet and let rest on a plate for a few minutes. Serve on buns with desired toppings.
Notes
For extra juiciness, use turkey with at least 7% fat.
Don’t overmix to avoid tough burgers.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure 165°F internal temperature.
Let patties rest after cooking to redistribute juices.
Burgers can be grilled: brush with oil and cook over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side.
Store cooked patties in fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb (if served without bun)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (without bun or toppings)
- Calories: 289
- Sugar: 0.6 g
- Sodium: 879 mg
- Fat: 15.8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5.6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 5.4 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 30.5 g
- Cholesterol: 136 mg