Hamburgers are so delicious! The problem is, they are not exactly the healthiest food for you to eat.

While red meat is high in protein, it is also high in saturated fat. These fats can raise cholesterol and make heart disease worse.

Fortunately, there are plenty of red meat substitutes that can be used to make burgers. These alternates can be just as delicious and even more delicious than red meat.

One red meat substitute that is often used in making burgers is turkey. Turkey is much leaner than red meat. It is also rich in B vitamins, selenium, zinc, and other nutrients and supports muscle growth and maintenance.

If you are trying to make your diet healthier by eating turkey burgers instead of hamburgers, here’s a great turkey burger recipe you will want to try out in your kitchen.

Turkey Burger Recipe

Ingredients:

·                 1 lb. ground turkey

·                 1 large egg beaten

·                 2 cloves garlic, minced

·                 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

·                 2 tbsp. fresh chopped parsley

·                 Kosher salt

·                 Freshly ground black pepper

·                 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

·                 Hamburger buns (up the health factor by using whole wheat)

·                 Lettuce

·                 Sliced tomatoes

·                 Low fat mayonnaise

Directions:

1. Combine turkey, egg, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and parsley in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Use hands to form into four patties.

2. Place olive oil into a medium skillet and heat. Add patties and cook until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5 minutes a side. Serve on a bun with lettuce, tomato mayo and any other toppings you desire.

This recipe may be the best because it showcases the taste of the burger without using a lot of sauces and spices to cover it up. That being stated, you can substitute any ingredients to suit your tastes.

For instance, soy sauce or liquid smoke can be used instead of Worcestershire sauce. You can add shallots to the garlic or swap out the parsley for other herbs in your pantry. Paprika, chili powder, and ground mustard are all seasonings that can be added or substituted.

Additionally, instead of cooking the burger in a skillet, consider grilling it. A nice char will give it an added something and there’s nothing like a good barbecue in the hot summer weather.

Other Tips for Cooking Turkey Burgers

Here are some other tips that will ensure you’re making the best turkey burgers ever.

Add Liquids to Retain Moisture: Turkey burgers are low in fat and can dry out easily. Adding liquids like soy sauce, sriracha and Worcestershire sauce will keep them moist.

Cook Burgers Completely: Unlike hamburgers that can be served medium rare, turkey burgers must be cooked through completely.

Use a Meat Thermometer: A meat thermometer will take the guesswork out of deciding if your burger is done or not. Turkey burgers should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Turkey burgers make for a healthy alternative to hamburgers and they are delicious meals in and of themselves. What do you like to add to your turkey burgers to take them to the next level?

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