Turkey Cheese Burger Delight (Print)
Flavorful turkey patty with melted cheese and fresh veggies on a soft bun, ready in just 30 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Turkey Patties
01 - 1.1 pounds ground turkey
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
06 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
→ Assembly
11 - 4 slices cheddar cheese
12 - 4 burger buns, split
13 - 4 lettuce leaves
14 - 1 large tomato, sliced
15 - 4 slices red onion
16 - 4 tablespoons mayonnaise or preferred sauce
17 - Pickles (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine ground turkey, onion, garlic, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
02 - Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty approximately 1/2 inch thick.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook patties for 5 to 6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
04 - During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to melt.
05 - Lightly toast burger buns if desired.
06 - Spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun, layer with lettuce, tomato, turkey patty with melted cheese, red onion, and pickles. Top with the bun.
07 - Serve immediately with preferred side dishes.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It's genuinely juicy, not dry like the turkey burger reputation suggests, because we're building flavor into the meat itself.
- Comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like you actually cared.
- Light enough that you won't feel weighed down, but satisfying enough to actually feel like dinner.
02 -
- Don't overmix the turkey mixture or your patties will be dense and rubbery—mix just until the ingredients disappear into the meat.
- The internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) is non-negotiable for food safety with poultry, so use a meat thermometer if you're not sure.
- Adding a tiny dimple in the center of each patty prevents them from puffing up in the middle as they cook.
03 -
- Add 1 tablespoon of plain Greek yogurt to the turkey mixture if you want extra moisture and richness without changing the flavor profile.
- Make a slight indent in the center of each patty with your thumb before cooking so they cook evenly and don't bulge up.