Best 7 Basil Turkey Burgers Recipes

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Hello, food enthusiasts and burger lovers! Are you looking for a delicious and healthy twist to your classic burger recipe? Look no further than basil turkey burgers! This tantalizing dish combines the flavorful basil with lean and juicy ground turkey, creating a mouthwatering burger that is packed with nutrition and burst with aroma. Whether you're a seasoned griller or a kitchen novice, this recipe is designed to guide you through the process of crafting perfect basil turkey burgers that will be the star of your next backyard barbecue or weeknight dinner. So, prepare your taste buds for a culinary adventure as we explore the best recipe for basil turkey burgers!

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

BASIL TURKEY BURGERS



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"These delicious sandwiches are a superb substitute for traditional beef burgers," says Carolyn Bixenmann of Grand Island, Nebraska. "My husband actually prefers these turkey burgers, topped with seasoned mayonnaise."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil, divided
1/4 cup fat-free milk
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon dry bread crumbs
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound lean ground turkey
4 hamburger buns, split
4 lettuce leaves
1 large tomato, sliced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon basil. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , In a bowl, combine the milk, onion, bread crumbs, salt, pepper and remaining basil. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties., On a lightly oiled grill rack, grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. Serve on buns with lettuce, tomato and basil mayonnaise.

Nutrition Facts :

BASIL TURKEY BURGERS



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For those not concerned about fat intake, I add cheese. This gets thumbs up from the teenagers and boyfriend who hate anything low-fat.

Provided by hhummel

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground turkey
½ onion, finely chopped
½ cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon light soy sauce
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
4 leaves lettuce leaves
4 slices tomato

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix ground turkey, onion, egg substitute, basil, horseradish, soy sauce, pepper, and garlic in a large mixing bowl; form into 4 patties.
  • Cook the turkey burgers on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 31.2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 398.6 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

BIG BASIL TURKEY BURGERS



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I adapted this recipe from another one I had. Our family loves them. The Basil sauce makes all the difference.

Provided by LizAnn

Categories     Poultry

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs ground turkey
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 egg
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
fresh spinach leaves
sliced tomatoes
sliced onion
sliced avocado
1 cup best food mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
chopped fresh basil
6 large wheat hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Mix together ground turkey, chopped onion, garlic, soy sauce and egg. Mixture will be very wet. Plug in griddle and heat to 350, or you can fry them in a pan with a little cooking spray to keep from sticking.
  • divide meat mixture into 6 portions and pat out to about 1/2 thickness. They will be about 4 to 6 inches round. They shrink up a lot so I pat them a little larger than the buns diameter. fry about 5 min and flip and fry on the other side about 5 minutes or until done.
  • For sauce: mix together mayo, mustard, tabasco and about 1/2 to 1 cup chopped fresh basil. Place Burger on bun top with sauce, and add desired veggies. MMMM.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.4, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 165, Sodium 801.7, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 3.4, Protein 28.9

BARBECUED BASIL TURKEY BURGERS



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My husband built me a patio planter for herbs, so I made a turkey burger featuring fresh basil. We add toppings like provolone, red onion and tomatoes. -Denise Miller, Greeley, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons mesquite smoke-flavored barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats or oat bran
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground turkey
4 whole wheat or multigrain hamburger buns, split
Optional toppings: sliced provolone cheese, red onion slices, sliced tomato, fresh basil leaves and additional barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine basil, barbecue sauce, oats, garlic, garlic salt and pepper. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties., On a lightly greased grill rack, grill burgers, covered, over medium heat 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. Grill buns over medium heat, cut side down, for 30-60 seconds or until toasted. Serve burgers on buns with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 482mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOMATO-BASIL TURKEY BURGERS



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Make these tasty burgers with regular, not lean, ground turkey so they're extra-moist and juicy. They can also be cooked under the broiler. -Jamie Miller, Maple Grove, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large sweet onion
1 package (6-1/2 ounces) sun-dried tomato and basil cheese spread, divided
1-1/4 pounds ground turkey
1 large sweet red pepper, quartered
4 ciabatta rolls, split

Steps:

  • Cut onion into three 1/2-in. slices; chop remaining onion and place in a large bowl. Stir in 1/3 cup cheese spread. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil. Using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill burgers, onion slices and red pepper, covered, over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. Chop grilled onion and red pepper., Spread rolls with remaining cheese spread; top each with a burger and grilled vegetables. Replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 810 calories, Fat 39g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 887mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

FETA BASIL TURKEY BURGERS



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Categories     turkey

Yield 2 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb ground turkey (I used 94% lean ground turkey)
1/4 cup feta cheese crumbles
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
1/2 tsp worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • Using a gentle touch, mix together the ground turkey, feta crumbles, chopped basil, worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper with your fingertips. Make sure not to overwork the meat, just distribute all the fun goodies all throughout the meat. Shape the turkey meat into 2 patties, keeping in mind that the burger will shrink up a bit after it has cooked. Don't make the patties too thick or they'll take too long to cook. Heat up a cast iron skillet over medium heat for a couple minutes (or if you've got a grill, that'd work too). Once the pan is hot, add the turkey patties and cook for about 3 minutes on each side. Time will vary depending on how hot your pan is and how thick your patties are, but you want the center of the turkey burger to read at 165 degrees F. If you find that the burgers are browning too much before the interior is cooking through, you can put a lid on the pan. Serve the turkey burgers with any accompaniments you want, and enjoy!

FETA AND BASIL TURKEY BURGERS



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Yield 4 4 oz. burgers

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients
1 pound 93/7 ground turkey
1/3 cup crumbled feta
2 tablespoons white onion, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon panko bread crumbs
1 1/2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
5 hamburger buns
Basil pesto mayonnaise for topping* (optional)

Steps:

  • Directions In a large bowl combine all ingredients and mix until all ingredients are combined. Separate into 5 4oz balls. Roll each ball and using the palms of your hands press down until 1/2 inch thick. Cook burgers on grill or stovetop until thoroughly cooked. Recommended internal temperature should be 165 degrees Fahrenheit. *For Basil pesto mayonnaise take basil pesto (homemade or store bought) and mix with just a little light or regular mayonnaise for a creamy basil pesto mayonnaise. Perfect topping for these burgers!

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh basil and garlic.
  • If you don't have fresh basil, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried basil.
  • Grate the Parmesan cheese finely so that it melts evenly into the burgers.
  • Use a large skillet so that the burgers have plenty of room to cook.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet, or the burgers will steam instead of browning.
  • Cook the burgers over medium heat so that they cook evenly throughout.
  • Use a meat thermometer to make sure the burgers are cooked to your desired doneness.
  • Serve the burgers immediately on toasted buns with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Basil turkey burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They are packed with flavor and are sure to please everyone at your next cookout. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make these burgers in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these basil turkey burgers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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