Best 8 Apricot Turkey Burgers Recipes

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Apricot turkey burgers are a delightful and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. Made with ground turkey, apricots, and a blend of seasonings, these burgers are packed with flavor and nutrients. Apricots add a sweet and tangy taste to the burgers, while the turkey provides lean protein and essential vitamins. Plus, you can easily customize the recipe to suit your preferences, making it a versatile dish that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion barbecue.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ASIAN TURKEY BURGERS



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This recipe has wonderful flavor and the water chestnuts give it great texture. My husband loves meat but he'd prefer this over regular hamburgers anyway! Make batches ahead of time and freeze the patties using waxed paper to separate.

Provided by Jennifer B

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 23m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground turkey
½ cup finely chopped onion
⅓ cup chopped water chestnuts
2 tablespoons chopped green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon cold water
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix ground turkey, onion, water chestnuts, bell pepper, garlic, parsley, soy sauce, water, ginger, salt, and pepper in a bowl; shape into 4 patties.
  • Cook the turkey burgers on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 90.1 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 597.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

AMY'S DELICIOUS TURKEY BURGERS



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So delicious and low in fat! Go figure. My family requests that I make them for every picnic or social event. Use any type of cracker that you like. Cheese crackers are my favorite.

Provided by Amy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground turkey
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 egg
½ cup crushed cheese flavored crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill for high heat.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, minced onion, egg and crackers using your hands. Form into four fat patties.
  • Place patties on the grill, and cook for about 5 minutes per side, until well done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 131.4 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 1 g

EASY TURKEY BURGERS



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These easy, healthy turkey burgers are perfect for feeding the whole family, kids included. Our tasty burgers are great for summer entertaining

Provided by Lesley Waters

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Snack, Supper

Time 40m

Yield Makes 8 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
85g porridge oats
450g/1lb minced turkey
100g dried apricot, finely chopped
1 large carrot, grated
1 egg, beaten
cucumber slices, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan and gently fry the onion for 5 mins until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 min. Add the oats and fry for 2 mins more. Tip into a bowl and set aside to cool.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients to the cooled mixture and mix well with your hands. Season to taste and shape into 8 patties.
  • Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Heat the remaining olive oil in a large, non-stick frying pan and sear the burgers on each side until well coloured (3-4 mins). Transfer to a baking sheet and cook in the oven for 10-15 mins. Serve in rolls with Tangy tomato chutney (see 'goes well with') and cucumber slices.
  • For the chutney heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a pan and add 1 finely chopped onion. Cook for 5 mins until softened. Stir in 1 crushed garlic clove and cook for a further min. Add 1 tbsp sundried tomato paste, a 400g can good-quality chopped tomatoes and a pinch of sugar. Gently cook for 20-25 mins until rich and thick. Season to taste, then leave to cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 0.17 milligram of sodium

APRICOT TURKEY BURGERS



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Make and share this Apricot Turkey Burgers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Poultry

Time 22m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup drained canned chick-peas (garbanzo beans)
1/2 cup dried apricot, chopped
1/3 cup minced shallot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
cooking spray
6 (1 1/2 ounce) multi-grain hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • Prepare grill.
  • Place chickpeas in a food processor; pulse 3 times or until chopped. Combine chickpeas, apricots, and next 7 ingredients (through turkey). Divide mixture into 6 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty.
  • Place patties on a grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 6 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer registers 165°. Remove from grill; let stand 5 minutes.
  • Place buns, cut sides down, on grill rack; grill 1 minute or until toasted. Place 1 patty on bottom half of each bun; top each serving with 1 tablespoon tzatziki sauce and top half of bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 89.6, Sodium 392.6, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 5.8, Protein 21.9

TURKEY & APRICOT WRAPS



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For these everyday wraps, I combined the traditional southern appetizer of jam and cream cheese on crackers with the turkey, apple and Brie sandwiches we ate at my bridal luncheon. I like to sneak fresh spinach into all sorts of recipes because it has such a mild flavor. -Kim Beavers, North August, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup reduced-fat cream cheese
3 tablespoons apricot preserves
4 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), room temperature
1/2 pound sliced reduced-sodium deli turkey
2 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix cream cheese and preserves. Spread about 2 tablespoons over each tortilla to within 1/2 in. of edges. Layer with turkey and arugula. Roll up tightly. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 655mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

APRICOT TURKEY SANDWICHES



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Apricot jam and Dijon mustard come together for a wonderful spread on this sandwich with Swiss cheese, turkey bacon and peppered turkey slices. Charlotte Gehle - Brownstown, MI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 turkey bacon strips
4 pieces multigrain bread, toasted
2 tablespoons apricot jam
3 ounces thinly sliced deli peppered turkey
2 slices tomato
2 slices red onion
2 pieces leaf lettuce
2 slices reduced-fat Swiss cheese
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain., Spread two toast slices with jam. Layer with turkey, bacon, tomato, onion, lettuce and cheese. Spread remaining toast with mustard; place on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 1109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

OPRAH'S FAVORITE TURKEY BURGER



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Make and share this Oprah's Favorite Turkey Burger recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Scotty Callies Mom

Categories     Meat

Time 2h20m

Yield 8 burgers, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup scallion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
3 granny smith apples, peeled and diced
1/8 cup canola oil
4 lbs ground turkey breast
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 teaspoons TABASCO® brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce
1 lemon, juice and zest of, grated
1/2 bunch parsley, finely chopped
1/4 cup Major Grey chutney, pureed

Steps:

  • Sauté the scallions, celery and apples in the canola oil until tender. Let cool.
  • Place the ground turkey in a large mixing bowl. Add sautéed items and the remaining ingredients. Shape into eight 8-ounce burgers. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Season the turkey burgers with salt and pepper. Place on a preheated, lightly oiled grill. Grill each side for 7 minutes until meat is thoroughly cooked. Let sit for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.4, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 140.7, Sodium 1869.6, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 7.4, Protein 56.3

TURKEY BURGERS RECIPE BY TASTY



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These turkey burgers are super versatile! Serve on buns with all of the classic fixings, or sub in your own favorite flavors (sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and feta, anyone?). They also keep well in the fridge or freezer-make a double batch to keep on hand for easy protein to add to any meal!

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground turkey
⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
burger bun
ketchup
tomato, slice
red onion, sliced
lettuce
pickle, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the turkey, panko, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper, and mix with your hands until just evenly incorporated.
  • Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into 4 patties.
  • Heat the canola oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the patties and cook, without moving, until browned, 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip the patties and continue cooking until the burgers are cooked through and golden brown, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), 3-4 minutes more.
  • Serve the burgers on buns with ketchup, tomato, red onion, lettuce, and pickles, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 0 grams

Tips:

  • To ensure the burgers remain moist and juicy, avoid overcooking them. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature, which should reach 165°F (74°C) for ground turkey.
  • Enhance the flavor of the burgers by using a combination of fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or mint. These herbs add a refreshing and aromatic touch to the burgers.
  • For a smoky flavor, grill the burgers instead of pan-frying them. Grilling imparts a delightful char and smoky aroma to the burgers, making them even more appetizing.
  • Experiment with different types of cheese to create unique flavor combinations. Some popular choices include cheddar, mozzarella, provolone, or feta cheese. You can also add crumbled blue cheese or goat cheese for a tangy twist.
  • Serve the burgers with a variety of toppings and condiments to allow your guests to customize their burgers. Some popular options include lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

In summary, apricot turkey burgers offer a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. The combination of juicy ground turkey, sweet and tangy apricots, and a blend of flavorful spices creates a burger that is both satisfying and nutritious. By following the tips and suggestions provided in this article, you can create apricot turkey burgers that are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you prefer to grill or pan-fry them, serve them with your favorite toppings and condiments, these apricot turkey burgers are a versatile and delightful dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the grill or heat the pan, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds tantalized. Enjoy the deliciousness of apricot turkey burgers!

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