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Juicy Turkey Burgers No Buns

Juicy Turkey Burgers No Buns: Guilt-Free Flavor Explosion

Juicy Turkey Burgers No Buns are low-carb and packed with flavor—perfect for a healthy dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Choose 85% or 90% lean for juiciness
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binding agent
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Red Onion
  • 1/2 cup Diced Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with yellow or orange pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can be swapped with yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley Sub cilantro or basil if desired
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can be replaced with avocado oil
For Serving
  • 1 head Large Iceberg Lettuce For low-carb substitute for the bun
  • 1 medium Grilled Zucchini Use sliced zucchini to accompany burgers
  • to taste Red Onion Slices Optional for added crunch

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • grill
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Patty Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, Dijon mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, chopped parsley, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Gently mix without overworking the meat.
  2. Shape the Patties: Divide the turkey mixture into 4 to 6 equal portions and shape into patties. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
  3. Chilling the Patties: Chill patties in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to maintain shape while cooking.
  4. Cook the Patties: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for about 5 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Prepare the Zucchini: Slice zucchini, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for about 2 minutes on each side until tender.
  6. Assemble the Burgers: Use a large iceberg lettuce leaf as a base, add a turkey patty, zucchini, and optional red onion slices. Top with another lettuce leaf to create your 'bun'.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately and consider pairing with sweet potato fries or a cucumber salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 27gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, do not overmix the patties. Chill before cooking to prevent crumbling.

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