Description
These Juicy Zucchini Turkey Burgers are a flavorful and moist twist on classic turkey burgers, enhanced with grated zucchini, savory spices, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce. Perfectly cooked in a skillet and served on hamburger buns with your favorite toppings, these burgers offer a healthy, delicious main course option that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Burger Mixture
- 2 cups grated zucchini, measured before squeezing out liquid
- 1 pound ground turkey*
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, or coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
Cooking
- 1 Tablespoon avocado oil
Serving
- 4 hamburger buns
- Desired burger toppings
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Take the shredded zucchini and place it in the middle of a clean dish towel or several layers of paper towels. Wrap it up tightly and squeeze out as much moisture as possible to prevent soggy burgers.
- Mix the Burger Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the drained zucchini, ground turkey, Worcestershire sauce, dried oregano, kosher salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and panko breadcrumbs. Use clean hands or a spoon to mix thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty about 1 inch thick, ensuring they are compact and uniform for even cooking.
- Cook the Burgers: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the patties in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring the burgers are fully cooked and juicy.
- Serve: Place the cooked patties on hamburger buns and top with your favorite burger toppings. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out the zucchini very well to prevent the burgers from becoming too wet or falling apart.
- You can substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
- Ground turkey breast is preferred for a leaner burger, but a mix with some dark meat may improve juiciness.
- For added flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like parsley or basil into the mixture.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the burgers reach a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- These burgers reheat well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American, Italian
