These Turkey-Cheddar Burgers offer a lighter yet deeply satisfying alternative to traditional beef burgers. The lean ground turkey is infused with aromatic sage, thyme, and fresh parsley, creating a savory herbaceous flavor profile. Each patty is stuffed with low-fat cheddar cheese, ensuring a gooey, melty center that contrasts beautifully with the tender meat. Perfect for weeknight dinners or summer grilling sessions, these burgers cook quickly and hold together well. Serve them on toasted buns with your favorite condiments for a complete meal that feels indulgent without the heavy guilt. A crowd-pleaser for families and guests alike.
Turkey-Cheddar Burgers
Description
These Turkey-Cheddar Burgers offer a lighter yet deeply satisfying alternative to traditional beef burgers. The lean ground turkey is infused with aromatic sage, thyme, and fresh parsley, creating a savory herbaceous flavor profile. Each patty is stuffed with low-fat cheddar cheese, ensuring a gooey, melty center that contrasts beautifully with the tender meat. Perfect for weeknight dinners or summer grilling sessions, these burgers cook quickly and hold together well. Serve them on toasted buns with your favorite condiments for a complete meal that feels indulgent without the heavy guilt. A crowd-pleaser for families and guests alike.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
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Add minced onion and 1 clove minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let the onion mixture cool completely.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooled onion mixture, ground turkey, lemon peel, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Mix gently until just combined; do not overwork the meat.
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Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions.
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Break the cheddar cheese slices in half.
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Place 2 halves of cheese in the center of each turkey portion.
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Shape the turkey around the cheese to form patties, sealing the edges well to prevent leakage.
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Flatten the patties slightly and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
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Stir together the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and the second minced garlic clove.
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Brush the oil-garlic mixture onto one side of each hamburger bun.
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Preheat grill or broiler.
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Brush a lightly oiled grill rack with oil or place burgers on a lined baking sheet for broiling.
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Cook burgers until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 5-7 minutes per side.
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Place buns cut-side down on the grill edge or under the broiler to toast lightly.
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Place each burger on a toasted bun and serve with assorted condiments.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 22.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.5g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.0mg0%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Refrigerate unused turkey mixture in an airtight container for up to 24 hours before cooking. Cooked burgers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Variation: For a different flavor profile, substitute the cheddar with Swiss or pepper jack cheese.
Tip: Ensure the onion mixture is completely cool before adding it to the turkey to prevent the cheese from melting prematurely during shaping.
Safety: Always cook ground turkey to an internal temperature of 165ðF (74ðC) for food safety.
Ingredient Note: If low-fat cheddar is unavailable, regular cheddar works well but will add more calories and fat.
