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A close-up of a juicy turkey burger, grilled to perfection, served on a bun with lettuce and tomato.

Juicy and Flavorful Turkey Burgers

Learn how to make turkey burgers that are both juicy and flavorful on the grill.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burgers
  • 1 lb ground turkey 93% lean recommended
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Serving
  • 4 burger buns
  • 4 lettuce leaves
  • 4 tomato slices
  • 4 red onion slices

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, gently combine the ground turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Do not overmix.
  2. Form the mixture into four equal-sized patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent them from puffing up during cooking.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Grill the turkey burgers for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are cooked through. Avoid pressing down on the burgers while they cook, as this can squeeze out the juices.
  5. Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill for the last minute of cooking, if desired.
  6. Assemble your burgers with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, and red onion.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a tablespoon of your favorite barbecue sauce or a pinch of smoked paprika to the burger mixture.

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