Loaded Turkey Burgers
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These Loaded Turkey Burgers use a mix of ground pork and ground turkey, so they are incredibly juicy and flavorful! I add in fresh garlic, red peppers, and chives. Plus you can even add in cheese!
If you love burgers as much as I do, make sure to check out some of my other favorite burger recipes like my Salsa Verde Burger Bowl, Avocado Lettuce Wrap Burgers, or my Grilled Turkey Burgers.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Turkey + Pork: You will love this recipe for Loaded Turkey Burgers because these are not your boring or bland turkey burger! I use a mix of ground pork and ground turkey for an incredibly juicy burger. I mix in garlic, onions, and chives for even more flavor.
Loaded: I love this recipe because the mix of pork and turkey makes a super flavorful burger. I also add chopped cheese into these burgers making them totally loaded with goodness! but it's totally optional. If you want to add in cheese you can add in my favorite Organic Valley American Cheese!
Flexible Recipe: You can enjoy these Loaded Turkey Burgers on a bun or you can opt for a healthier version wrapped in lettuce. I like to top these Loaded Turkey Burgers with avocado. But, you can add classic toppings like ketchup or mustard but I really like adding BBQ sauce instead with this recipe.
I created this recipe with my friends at Organic Prairie, using their amazing organic ground pork and turkey!
Ingredients
Frontier Co-Op Organic Black Pepper
Spice World Organic Minced Garlic
Organic Red Peppers
Organic Fresh Chives
Soft White Hamburger Buns (optional)
Organic Valley American Cheese (optional)
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Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, add the ground turkey and ground pork. Using your hands, mix together the meat to combine it evenly.
Add the salt, pepper, garlic, chives, red pepper (and cheese if using). Using your hands, mix together the meat and add ins until evenly incorporated.
Form the burgers into patties that are about 4 ounces that are about 4 to 5 inches in diameter.
Step 2
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil (or alternatively you can cook on the grill). Add the burgers (cook 2 at a time if needed) and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and until the internal temperature is 165°F. Allow to rest for a couple minutes.
Step 3
Serve turkey burgers with buns, lettuce, avocado or whatever toppings you like!
Burger Topping Ideas
- Lettuce
- Avocado
- Onions (grilled or raw)
- Pickles
- Tomato
- Sauerkraut
- Cabbage
- BBQ Sauce
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
FAQ's
Yes, if you'd like to use beef in place of turkey you can substitute it. You could use half beef and half pork or all beef if you like.
Yes, feel free to use whatever kind of cheese you like! Other cheeses that would be good would be mozzarella, Jack, or pepperjack!
Yes! Feel free to add any kind of burger toppings you like. Other options include tomatoes, pickles, grilled onions, or anything else you like.
I love serving these with Lemon Herb French Fries, Garlic Lemon Sweet Potato Fries, or Garlic Ranch Pretzels!
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Loaded Turkey Burgers
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Organic Prairie Ground Turkey
- 8 ounces Organic Prairie Ground Pork
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- ¼ cup diced red pepper
- 2 slices Organic Valley American Cheese (diced)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 8 leaves Romaine lettuce
- 1 avocado
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the ground turkey and ground pork. Using your hands, mix together the meat to combine it evenly.
- Add the salt, pepper, garlic, chives, red pepper (and cheese if using). Using your hands, mix together the meat and add ins until evenly incorporated.
- Form the burgers into patties that are about 4 ounces that are about 4 to 5 inches in diameter.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil (or alternatively you can cook on the grill). Add the burgers (cook 2 at a time if needed) and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and until the internal temperature is 165°F. Allow to rest for a couple minutes.
- Serve turkey burgers with buns, lettuce, avocado or whatever toppings you like!
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