Pesto Turkey Burgers
Juicy and flavorful turkey burgers infused with basil pesto, garlic, and melty cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or summer grilling.
Equipment
- 1 Skillet or Grill Pan preheated
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey lean
- ⅓ cup basil pesto fresh or store-bought
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes or more if you want a kick
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices Provolone cheese or any cheese you like
- 1 large tomato sliced
- basil pesto for serving
- optional toppings lettuce, onion, sauce, mayonnaise, etc.
- vegetable oil or canola oil for greasing pan or grill
Instructions
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground turkey, basil pesto, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly but avoid over-mixing.
- Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized burger patties and set aside.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat and lightly oil the surface.
- Cook patties for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- In the last minute of cooking, place a cheese slice on each patty and cover to melt.
- Lightly toast the buns if desired.
- Assemble burgers with patties, sliced tomato, extra pesto, and preferred toppings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Try store-bought pesto for convenience or prep and freeze patties for later meals. Keep leftovers fresh by wrapping tightly and reheating gently.