Ingredients
Scale
1½ lbs ground turkey (preferably 93% lean)
⅓ cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: mozzarella slices, arugula, sliced tomato, burger buns
Instructions
Mix It Up: In a bowl, combine ground turkey, pesto, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently—don’t overwork!
Form Patties: Shape into 4–5 patties, pressing a small thumbprint in the center of each to help them cook evenly.
Grill Time: Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill burgers 5–6 minutes per side or until internal temp hits 165°F.
Build Your Burger: Serve on toasted buns with mozzarella, fresh tomato, and a handful of arugula or spinach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes