OPEN-FACED FENNEL TURKEY BURGERS

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Fresh fennel and crunchy vegetables pump up the flavor and nutrition of these mouth-watering burgers. They're topped with chopped tomatoes and served on toasted Italian bread. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup chopped fennel bulb
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 teaspoons butter
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (20 ounces) lean ground turkey
1 cup chopped tomato
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons olive oil
5 slices Italian bread (3/4 inch thick), toasted
Chopped fennel fronds, optional

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute fennel, onion and green pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Transfer to a large bowl; cool slightly. Add the bread crumbs, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into five patties. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., In a small bowl, combine the tomato, parsley, oil and remaining salt; set aside., Using long handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. Serve on toast with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with fennel fronds if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 571mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Cynthia Sarfoa
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These burgers were so delicious and healthy. I will definitely be making them again.


Zulthan Moh
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I made these burgers for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about them.


Achiamaa Erica
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These burgers were perfect for a summer cookout. They were easy to make and everyone loved them.


Sigham bharat Karki
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I thought these burgers were a bit bland. I think I would add some more herbs and spices next time.


Lufuno Mafilika
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These burgers were a nice change from the usual beef burgers. I will definitely be making them again.


Ajiambo Elizabeth
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my burgers fell apart when I tried to flip them. Maybe I didn't cook them long enough?


Yuusuf Ahmed
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These burgers were so juicy and flavorful. I couldn't believe they were turkey!


Kelley Papagna
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I made these burgers for my picky kids and they loved them! That's a win in my book.


Yvonne Cunningham
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These burgers were a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would use less chili powder next time.


Duduzile Buthelezi
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I love the flavors in these burgers. The fennel and onion really shine through.


Michael Bush
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I thought these burgers were a bit dry. I think I would add some more mayonnaise or avocado next time.


Urbashi Devi Ray
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These burgers were easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making them again.


Malika Elallaoui
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I followed the recipe exactly and the burgers turned out great. I served them on whole wheat buns with avocado and tomato. Delicious!


waqas art
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I'm not a big fan of turkey burgers, but these were really good! The fennel and onion gave them a lot of flavor.


Hakeem Jan
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I made these burgers for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


drmubashir sultani
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These turkey burgers were a hit with my family! They were so flavorful and juicy. I loved the combination of fennel and turkey. I will definitely be making these again.