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Grilled Pesto Turkey Burgers

Grilled Pesto Turkey Burgers


  • Author: therecipemingle
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4–5 1x

Ingredients

Scale

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