Grilled turkey burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They are packed with protein, low in fat, and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer them plain or topped with your favorite condiments, grilled turkey burgers are a surefire hit. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for grilled turkey burgers, ensuring you have a flavorful and satisfying meal every time. We will provide step-by-step instructions, tips for choosing the right ingredients, and suggestions for side dishes to complete your meal. So, fire up your grill and get ready to discover the art of creating mouthwatering grilled turkey burgers.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
GRILLED GROUND TURKEY BURGERS
These juicy, tender patties on whole wheat buns make a wholesome, satisfying sandwich. We especially like to grill this turkey burger recipe, but you could also pan-fry them. -Sherry Hulsman, Elkton, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, celery, onion, parsley, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties. , On a greased grill, cook, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. Serve on buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 561mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
DELICIOUS GRILLED TURKEY BURGERS
These grilled turkey burgers are super easy to prepare and really moist and delicious!
Provided by katquilter
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Combine turkey, red onion, sour cream, mustard, and steak seasoning in a bowl until well mixed. Form into four 3/4-inch thick patties. Drizzle with olive oil on both sides and season with salt.
- Cook on the preheated grill until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side, laying Swiss cheese over burgers just before removing from the grill. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the burgers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Place burgers on buns and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 153.1 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 44.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 695.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
GRILLED TURKEY BURGERS WITH CRANBERRY HORSERADISH DRESSING
This is my favorite recipe! We had these at my niece's birthday party, and it was a hit. They are the moistest turkey burgers you will ever have. I usually make a double batch and form into patties and then freeze them. Pull them out when you are ready to grill! Delicious and moist! Best burgers ever!
Provided by juersey
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate. Stir the cranberry sauce, horseradish, lemon juice, and cumin together in a bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Mix the egg, celery, and onion in a bowl with your hand until the egg is smooth. Add the turkey, thyme, poultry seasoning, parsley, and bread crumbs; mix until evenly combined. Form the turkey mixture into 8 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). Place onto the hamburger buns, and top with cranberry sauce to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.5 calories, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 86.1 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 426.3 mg, Sugar 14.4 g
GRILLED ITALIAN TURKEY BURGERS
These grilled turkey burgers are always a hit at my house! They've got lots of flavor, color, and texture!
Provided by Shagen McBride
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine turkey, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Divide into 4 equal portions and form into hamburger patties.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill patties for about 4 minutes per side. Place provolone slices on the patties; continue to cook until cheese melts. Place ciabatta rolls on the grill and cook until browned to your liking, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Mix mayonnaise and pesto in a small bowl until thoroughly combined. Spread onto the rolls. Place the turkey patties on the rolls and top with sliced red onion and lettuce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.3 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 111.2 mg, Fat 32.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1965.3 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
GRILLED GREEN CHILE TURKEY BURGERS
Our favorite summertime burgers! Green chilies, cilantro, and Jack cheese make these grilled turkey burgers amazing.
Provided by Emmurphy
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Combine turkey, onion, chilies, cilantro, garlic, jalapeno pepper, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; gently mix until combined. Form into four 1/4-pound burgers.
- Cook on the preheated grill until cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the burgers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Remove from the heat, add Monterey Jack cheese slices, and tent with aluminum foil until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 109.1 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 585.5 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
GRILLED TURKEY BURGERS
Orange marmalade gives a citrus twist to moist burger. Ground turkey offers a nice change from the usual hamburger patty.-Patty Kile, Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into five 1/2-in.-thick patties., On a lightly oiled grill rack, grill burgers, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 8-10 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear, basting occasionally with marmalade. , Grill buns, cut side down, for 2-4 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve burgers on buns with cheese, onion, tomato and lettuce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 743mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPICY GRILLED TURKEY BURGERS
I'd never tried ground turkey meat before. I got curious when our small grocery store down the road got some in and I just had to try it. I came up with this recipe through a magazine I had that my (of all people) gastro doctor suggested. It's called EatingWell and it has healthy recipes. Some of them are frankly off the wall, but this one wasn't bad.
Provided by Redneck Epicurean
Categories Poultry
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the grill.
- Mix together, but don't overmix, the burger ingredients and brush with oil.
- Place on the grill when hot and grill until the center is no longer pink.
- Place on warmed buns and top with any burger fixin's. I tried mayo and dill pickles and that was pretty good.
TURKEY BURGERS WITH BRIE AND GRILLED APPLES
Provided by Bobby Flay
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- To prepare the burgers:
- Shape the meat firmly into 4 round uniform patties about 1 1/2inches thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty and place 1 cube of the cheese in each. Knead the meat slightly to cover the hole. Brush both sides of the burgers lightly with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat until just smoking. Cook the burgers to your liking. Brush the apples on both sides with the vegetable oil. Grill (in a grill pan) until golden on both sides. Place a burger on the bottom of each roll, top with 1 or 2 apple slices and a dollop of ketchup
GRILLED STUFFED TURKEY BURGERS
You'll get a burst of flavor with every bite of these hearty burgers. Not a fan of ground turkey? This recipe will absolutely change your mind! -Megan Crow, Lincoln, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 10 thin patties. Spoon red pepper and cheese onto center of five patties; top with remaining patties and press edges firmly to seal., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. Serve on buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
GRILLED PARMESAN-TURKEY BURGERS
Parmesan and chives create the tasty spin for grilled turkey burgers.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except buns and onions. Shape mixture into 4 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Carefully brush vegetable oil on grill rack. Place patties on grill rack over medium heat. Cover grill; cook patties 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, until thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 165°F. Add buns, cut sides down, to side of grill for last 4 minutes of grilling. Serve patties on buns with grilled or raw onion rings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 480 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g
GRILLED TURKEY BURGERS WITH RANCH SEASONING
Ranch seasoning is added into these grilled turkey burgers as well as tossed with a side of sweet potato fries to make this delicious meal that's ideal for easy entertaining.
Provided by Hidden Valley Ranch
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Hidden Valley®
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Burgers: Preheat a grill or pan over medium-high heat. Mix together the turkey meat, yogurt, Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing and Seasoning Mix and pepper.
- Form into 4 to 6 patties, depending on how large you want them. Create a 1/4-inch indentation into the top of each patty. Grill for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Top each slice of bread with lettuce and burger patties.
- Sweet Potato Fries: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spread the sweet potato fries in one layer on a sheet pan. Drizzle with the olive oil and add Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing and Seasoning Mix. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Cook according to package directions, shaking the pan once halfway through cooking, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Serve burgers and fries together with bottled Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing, for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.2 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 411.4 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
TERIYAKI TURKEY BURGERS WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLE SLICES
Healthful and Satisfying. These moist turkey burgers are sure to please your guests, great on a barbeque or in a pan. No condiments required! I developed this recipe because I was curious about whether I could make a turkey burger without using eggs or bread crumbs as filler. If you are planning to grill these on a barbeque, it helps to make the patties early and freeze them first. This will allow it to hold shape long enough for the turkey to release the small amount of fat that will hold it together.
Provided by Mike Schafer
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h10m
Yield 4 Burgers, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Drain crushed pineapple; combine drained pineapple with carrots, onions, ginger and teriyaki sauce. Allow to marinate one hour.
- Strain the carrots, pineapple and onions, reserving the teriyaki mixture.
- Add the strained carrots, pineapple and onions to the turkey meat. Mix thoroughly. Form the mixture into even patties and freeze until ready to grill.
- Drain the juice from the sliced pineapple, replace it with the reserved teriyaki mixture. Allow to marinate for an hour or more.
- Grill frozen patties on medium heat, flip when patty turns white around the edges. After flipping, begin grilling marinated pineapple slices about two minutes on each side.
- When patty is well done, stack on a bun with two grilled pineapple slices and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.2, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 89.6, Sodium 2907.4, Carbohydrate 51.7, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 40.1, Protein 25.9
GRILLED CAESAR TURKEY BURGERS
Putting the salad right on the burger is a fun way to jazz up an all-American favorite.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat closed contact grill for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine ground turkey, parsley, onion salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons of the salad dressing; mix well. Shape mixture into 4 patties, 1/2 inch thick.
- When grill is heated, place patties on bottom grill surface. Close grill; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until patties are no longer pink in center.
- In small bowl, combine lettuce, cheese and remaining salad dressing; toss to mix. Spoon mixture evenly onto bottom halves of buns. Top with patties, tomato slices and top halves of buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 950 mg, Sugar 2 g
GRILLED TURKEY BURGERS WITH SWEET PICKLES & SPICY COLE SLAW
Sara Fosters "Casual Cooking" - what makes this book something of a gem, however, is the way Foster weaves her satchel full of recipes for dips, vinaigrettes, pasta sauces, purees - all fresh, herb-y and rather stunning , throughout most of the chapters! :)
Provided by Manami
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Prepare a hot fire in a charcoal or gas grill. (Or just before you're ready to cook the burgers, heat a grill pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.).
- Combine the turkey, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, chives, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, scallions, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and work the mixture with your hands just to mix. (Do not overmix or the burgers will be tough.)
- Form the meat mixture into four 1-inch-thick patties.
- Season both sides of the patties with salt and pepper and grill them for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until they're just done.
- Remove the patties to a platter, cover them loosely with foil to keep warm, and set them aside to rest for about 5 minutes.
- To assemble the burgers, lay a few pickle slices and one tomato slice on the bottom of each bun and place the burgers on top.
- Serve with mustard mayonnaise & the Spicy Cole Slaw, on the side.
- SPICY COLE SLAW.
- Combine the cabbage, arugula, and basil in a large bowl, and refrigerate.
- Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, sugar, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl.
- Just before serving, pour the dressing over cabbage, season to taste with salt and pepper, and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 608.2, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 145, Sodium 1498.3, Carbohydrate 45.2, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 10.1, Protein 37.4
GRILLED DIJON AND WILD RICE TURKEY BURGERS
Create burgers on the wild side with wild rice, dill and Dijon.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. In small bowl, mix all sauce ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
- In large bowl, mix all burger ingredients except rolls. Shape mixture into 6 oval patties, about 3/4 inch thick.
- Grill patties uncovered over medium heat 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, until no longer pink in center and thermometer inserted in center reads 165°F. Add rolls, cut sides down, for last 4 minutes of grilling until toasted.
- Serve burgers on rolls. Top with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g
GRILLED TURKEY BURGERS WITH COUSCOUS
From a community cookbook. Don't want to lose this recipe. I just bought ground turkey and this sounds different with the raw cous cous mixed in with onion, Dijon, soy sauce, lemon juice, tomato paste, apple juice, white pepper, garlic, red pepper sauce and egg white. Who thought of that?
Provided by Oolala
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Form into patties.
- Cook on grill until cooked through.
GRILLED CHEESE-STUFFED TURKEY BURGERS
Take a break from traditional burgers. Lots of spicy chiles, Monterey Jack cheese and salsa mix with ground turkey breast for burgers to serve to a crowd.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. In large bowl, mix turkey, chiles, cheese, pepper and 1 1/2 cups salsa. Shape mixture into 12 patties, each about 3/4 inch thick.
- Place patties on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, until thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 165°F.
- Serve burgers on buns with tomato slices and additional salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg
GRILLED TURKEY & ARUGULA BURGERS WITH APRICOT DIJON AND HOMEMADE PICKLES
Steps:
- 1. Make Pickle: Mix vinegar (1 cup) & Kosher Salt (1/2 cup). Stir until salt is dissolved. Slice cucumbers and let soak in vinegar solution for about 1 hour. 2. Make Apricot Dijon: Apricot Jam (8 oz) Grey Poupon (8 oz). Best if done in blender but not necessary. 3. Make Burgers: mix Ground Turkey (1 lb) Arugula (4 cups chopped) Garlic (4 cloves Minced) Olive Oil (2 Tbls) Montreal Steak Seasoning (dash). Form into 5-6 patties. 4. Grill or bake burgers until fully cooked, melt Cheese on burger. 5. Serve on hamburger rolls, top with homemade pickle and apricot dijon
GRILLED BLUE CHEESE TURKEY BURGERS
Feast on the best blue burgers under the sun!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Brush grill rack with vegetable oil. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat.
- Mix turkey, mayonnaise and blue cheese. Shape mixture into 6 patties, about 3/4 inch thick.
- Cover and grill patties 4 to 5 inches from medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 165°F. Serve on buns with onion slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg
GRILLED CHERRY TOMATO TURKEY BURGERS
Categories Sandwich turkey Fourth of July Quick & Easy Dinner Grill/Barbecue
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Soak 4 bamboo skewers for 30 minutes. Combine 1 T mustard, panko, milk, garlic, shallot, basil, s & p. Add turkey, mix and form into four 1/2-inch thick patties. Thread tomatoes on skewers and brush with olive oil Grill patties for 11 to 13 minutes until done (165 degrees F) Add tomato skewers for the last 6 minutes of grilling Spread the cut sides of toasted bread with remaining mustard. Place each burger on top. Remove tomatoes from skewers and pile on burgers. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with s & p and additional basil. 297 cal., 7 g fat, 55 mg chol, 821 mg sodium, 24 g carb, 2 g fiber, 33 g pro.
Tips:
- Choose the right turkey: Ground turkey breast is the leanest option, but it can be dry. Ground turkey thigh is more flavorful and moist, but it is also higher in fat. You can also use a combination of both.
- Season the turkey well: Turkey is a mild-flavored meat, so it is important to season it well. Use a variety of herbs and spices, such as garlic, onion, paprika, cumin, and chili powder.
- Don't overmix the turkey: Overmixing the turkey will make the burgers tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
- Form the burgers gently: Use your hands to form the burgers, and be gentle. Don't press the meat too hard, or the burgers will be dense.
- Cook the burgers over medium heat: Cooking the burgers over medium heat will help them cook evenly without burning them.
- Don't overcook the burgers: Turkey burgers are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooking them will make them dry and tough.
- Let the burgers rest: After cooking the burgers, let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the burgers.
Conclusion:
Turkey burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They are leaner and lower in calories than beef burgers, but they are still packed with flavor. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect turkey burgers that your whole family will love. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful burger, give turkey burgers a try!
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