Grilled Turkey-Zucchini Burgers

Name: Grilled Turkey-Zucchini Burgers
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 medium zucchini, grated (1 ½ cups loosely packed); 1 pound 85% lean ground turkey; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; .50 teaspoon kosher salt; Canola oil, for grilling; 4 burger buns, toasted; Sliced tomatoes, Bibb lettuce, mayonnaise, honey mustard, and pickles, for topping; Sweet potato chips, for serving

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Zucchini is the magic ingredient in these extra juicy turkey burgers.

By

Jenna Helwig

Updated on September 18, 2022

Open-face Grilled Turkey-Zucchini Burgers with chips on the side on a white plate — Photo: Caitlin Bensel

Hands On Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

4

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A delicious burger doesn't have to be unhealthy. Case in point: These zucchini-packed turkey burgers, which bring welcome moisture to the traditionally dry meat and add volume so the patties are extra hearty. Eggs help bind the patties together, while garlic powder and cumin bring extra flavor. A combo schmear of honey mustard and mayo adds irresistible creaminess, while the classic duo of tomato and lettuce layer on crisp freshness. Add pickles to the mix and this is an A+ weeknight burger. When it comes to burger buns, one can never go wrong with brioche buns. Keep it simple and serve with sweet potato chips, or other root vegetable chips, for a crispy and satisfying side.

This recipe was developed by Pam Lolley.

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Ingredients

1 medium zucchini, grated (1 ½ cups loosely packed)
1 pound 85% lean ground turkey
1 large egg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
.50 teaspoon kosher salt
Canola oil, for grilling
4 burger buns, toasted
Sliced tomatoes, Bibb lettuce, mayonnaise, honey mustard, and pickles, for topping
Sweet potato chips, for serving

Directions

Place zucchini on a clean kitchen towel and wring out excess liquid. Stir squeezed zucchini, turkey, egg, garlic powder, cumin, and salt in a large bowl. Divide mixture evenly into 4 portions; form each into a ¾-inch-thick patty.
Heat an oiled grill to medium or a greased grill pan over medium-high. Add patties and cook, flipping once, until a thermometer inserted in center of patties registers 165 F, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Serve on buns with desired toppings and chips.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

348	Calories
18g	Fat
24g	Carbs
25g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 348
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g	23%
Saturated Fat 5g	25%
Cholesterol 135mg	45%
Sodium 548mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate 24g	9%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 25g	50%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Grilled Turkey-Zucchini Burgers

Ingredients

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