Zesty Turkey Burgers
These turkey burgers are an excellent source of lean protein, offering a lighter alternative to beef while staying incredibly juicy thanks to the addition of lemon juice and onions.
Ingredients
Calories next to each ingredient are for that ingredient across the whole recipe (4 servings), not per serving.
- 1 pound ground turkey (85% lean) · 873 kcal in the whole recipe
- 2 medium onions, finely chopped · 65 kcal in the whole recipe
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice · 9 kcal in the whole recipe
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce · 1 kcal in the whole recipe
- 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley · 0 kcal in the whole recipe
Method
In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the ground turkey, chopped onions, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and dried parsley.

Shape the seasoned mixture into four equal-sized burger patties.

Cook the patties in a pan over medium heat or on a preheated grill for about 5-6 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

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Adapted from a USDA MyPlate Kitchen recipe (public domain). Portions, macros, diet checks and step photos by Besly.
Nutrition per serving
237 kcal · 21 g protein · 8 g carbs · 14 g fat
On the plate: Poultry, Vegetables
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