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Turkey Burgers

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Turkey Burgers

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PREP TIME: about 15 minutes
COOKING TIME: about 15 minutes
PREHEAT: Grill, medium temperature
EQUIPMENT: Large mixing bowl

1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup roasted peppers, finely chopped
2 scallions, finely chopped
2 Tbsp parsley, fresh finely chopped (1 Tbsp dried)
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1/2 tsp sea salt
2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
1/3 cup bread crumbs – optional
Mix together in a bowl.

1 1/4 lb ground turkey, half dark/half white (raised without antibiotics)
Add to mixture in bowl. Mix gently and thoroughly. Shape into 1 inch thick patties. Cook for 7 minutes on each side – depending on thickness.

2 Tbsp Parmesan Cheese, grated
Sprinkle on top of burger. Serve warm.

OPTIONS: Shape into meatballs or meatloaf.

5 FOOD COLORS: yellow, red, white, green, brown
5 FOOD Groups: eggs, vegetables, dairy, poultry, grains

GROCERY LIST:

  • Egg (cage-free)
  • Roasted peppers
  • Scallions
  • Fresh or dried parsley
  • Dry mustard
  • Sea salt
  • Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Bread crumbs (optional)
  • 1 1/4 pound ground turkey, half dark/half white (raised without antibiotics! Shelton’s & Organic Prairie are KKA)

This was the runner up in the Dinner Recipe contest. So easy to make. Prepare and cook enough for left overs for casseroles, scrambled eggs (omelet), or chopped up for a sandwich with some cheese and lettuce. Ground turkey is a cost efficient food with lots of nutrients. Make it a weekly staple in your home. Side note: All blood types do well with turkey! Please send us your recipe ideas: ellen@KidKritics.com