Turkey Burgers with Zucchini
"My secret for crafting the most succulent turkey burgers is incorporating grated zucchini into the mix! It’s a fantastic way to sneak in some extra vegetables, and your kids won’t even realize they’re there!"
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Ingredients
- 6 oz grated zucchini
- 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey
- oil spray
- 1 tbsp grated red onion
- 1/4 cup seasoned whole wheat or gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tsp kosher salt and fresh pepper
Instructions
- 1
Thoroughly press out all excess moisture from the zucchini using paper towels. In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, zucchini, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped onion, salt, and pepper. Form the mixture into five equal patties, each weighing 4 ounces, ensuring they are not too thick for even cooking.
- 2
STOVE: Place a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Once the skillet is hot, apply a light spray of oil. Carefully add the patties to the pan, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cook on one side until a nice brown crust forms, then flip the patties. Continue to flip occasionally to prevent burning and ensure they are fully cooked through.
- 3
If you prefer grilling: Make sure to thoroughly clean the grill before use and apply a light coat of oil spray to avoid sticking. Grill the patties over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes per side, or until the center is no longer pink.
- 4
Make sure to press out all the excess moisture from the zucchini with paper towels.
- 5
In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey, zucchini, breadcrumbs, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. Shape the mixture into five equal patties, each weighing 4 ounces and approximately ½ inch thick.
- 6
Preheat your air fryer to 370°F.
- 7
Arrange the patties in a single layer and cook in two batches for 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are browned and cooked through in the center.
Nutrition Information
Notes & Tips
- *Use gluten-free crumbs for gluten-free diets.