Best Healthy Turkey Burger Recipes

Best Healthy Turkey Burger Recipes

These turkey burgers all bring something different to the table, from classic BBQ flavors to Mediterranean, ranch, pizza, and spicy green chile.

Healthy Ranch Turkey Burgers

170 CAL 20 MIN

Healthy Ranch Turkey Burgers made with just three ingredients is a classic restaurant recipe made at home with less fat, calories, but still all the same great flavor. With just 170 calories, these ranch burgers are ready in 15 minutes and taste amazing.

Jalapeno Cheddar Burger

238 CAL 20 MIN

Homemade Jalapeno Cheddar Burgers made with lean ground beef, cheddar cheese, fresh jalapeno, red onion, and a secret seasoning blend are the perfect burgers for your next barbecue.

Asian Turkey Burgers

246 CAL 20 MIN

These Asian Turkey Burgers with Sriracha Lime Yogurt Sauce are anything but boring and may be the best turkey burgers you have ever had. Plus they are healthy and low carb/Paleo friendly.

Barbecue Cheddar Turkey Burger

320 CAL 20 MIN

Tasty Barbecue Turkey Burgers topped with cheddar cheese are an easy weeknight meal that is anything but boring. Quick to make and full of flavor.

Pizza Turkey Burgers

226 CAL 25 MIN

These easy Pizza Turkey Burgers take all the delicious flavors of pizza and pack them into a tasty and protein packed turkey burger. Serve it on your favorite rolls or wrapped in lettuce for a low carb option.

Green Chile Turkey Burgers

200 CAL 4 HOURS, 15 MIN

These Green Chile Turkey Burgers with diced green chiles, pickled red onions. and cilantro are packed with flavor and anything but a boring turkey burger!

Cowboy Turkey Burger

249 CAL 25 MIN

Turkey Burgers made with jalapenos, red onions, and cheddar cheese are seriously delicious, easy to make, and will quickly become your favorite burger.

Turkey Apple Burgers

197 CAL 20 MIN

Turkey Apple Burgers with lean ground turkey, apples, and sage are a delicious twist on a turkey burger that's healthy and full of flavor.

Barbecue Cheddar Turkey Burger

320 CAL 20 MIN

This is the turkey burger I’d make for a summer cookout when everyone expects classic BBQ flavor. The ground turkey gets mixed with Worcestershire, garlic, paprika, and BBQ sauce, then topped with cheddar and grilled onions for that sweet-savory burger bite. It’s a great option when you want a leaner burger that still feels like it belongs next to coleslaw, corn, and pickles!

Greek Turkey Burgers

180 CAL 15 MIN

These are fresh, salty, herby, and ready fast, which is exactly why they belong on this list. The patties are made with turkey, feta, olives, red onion, garlic, and dill, then finished with a creamy yogurt-feta sauce. Serve them in buns, lettuce wraps, or over a Greek-style salad with cucumbers and tomatoes!

Asian Turkey Burgers

246 CAL 20 MIN

These burgers are great when you want something punchier than a classic lettuce-tomato-pickle setup. Garlic, ginger, cilantro, carrots, scallions, and jalapenos go into the turkey mixture, and the sriracha-lime yogurt sauce brings the creamy, spicy finish. I like these wrapped in lettuce with extra cucumbers and a big spoonful of sauce!

Green Chile Turkey Burgers

200 CAL 4 HOURS, 15 MIN

Green chiles are such an easy way to make turkey burgers taste juicy and interesting. These patties have diced green chiles and cilantro, then get served with pickled red onions, avocado, and cheese if you want the full setup. They’re also a fun slider option for game days, BBQs, and casual summer dinners!

Turkey Apple Burgers

197 CAL 20 MIN

This is the burger I’d make for families or anyone who likes a little sweet-savory thing happening. Shredded apple adds moisture and a gentle sweetness, while sage, garlic, and onion give it that chicken-apple-sausage feeling in burger form. It’s naturally grain-free and egg-free, which is helpful when you want a simple turkey burger with built-in moisture!

Cowboy Turkey Burger

249 CAL 25 MIN

This one brings the burger toppings inside the patty with cheddar, jalapenos, red onion, mustard, Worcestershire, and breadcrumbs. It’s a good pick when you want a turkey burger that already has texture and heat before you add anything on top. Serve it with BBQ sauce, mustard, lettuce, tomato, and a crunchy side!

Pizza Turkey Burgers

226 CAL 25 MIN

Pizza burgers are always a good move when kids are involved, and honestly, adults get pretty excited, too. The turkey patties are seasoned with Italian seasoning and basil, then topped with peppers, onions, marinara, and melted mozzarella. It’s a fun burger for nights when you want pizza flavor with more protein and a quick skillet method!

Healthy Ranch Turkey Burgers

170 CAL 20 MIN

This is the simplest recipe in the group, and sometimes that’s exactly what burger night needs. Ground turkey, ranch seasoning, and green onions make an easy patty with familiar ranch flavor, and it works on the grill, in a pan, or under the broiler. Add lettuce, tomato, pickles, and a toasted bun, and dinner is ready fast!

Best Sides For Healthy Turkey Burgers

Turkey burgers love crunchy, fresh sides, especially when you’re serving them for BBQs, cookouts, or quick summer dinners.

• With fries and crispy sides: Serve turkey burgers with Baked Skinny Fries, Baked Sweet Potato Fries, or Crispy Parmesan Onion Straws. For a veggie-forward option, add Baked Garlic Parmesan Zucchini and Summer Squash Wedges.
• With salads and slaws: Pair the burgers with Easy Arugula Salad, Easy Corn Salad, or Greek Salad for fresh summer sides. For burgers with Asian-inspired flavors, add Asian Noodle Salad with Creamy Almond Dressing or Asian Kale Apple Slaw.
• With coleslaw: Add Best Healthy Coleslaw on the side or pile it onto BBQ cheddar, ranch, or cowboy turkey burgers for a creamy, crunchy BBQ plate.
• With grilled corn: Serve with Easy Grilled Corn or Healthy Mexican Street Corn Salad for a summer cookout spread.
• With coleslaw: Add Best Healthy Coleslaw on the side or pile it onto BBQ cheddar, ranch, or cowboy turkey burgers for a creamy, crunchy BBQ plate. For a ranch-style option, try Ranch Coleslaw with cabbage, carrots, celery, and homemade ranch dressing.
• With grilled vegetables: Add Easy Grilled Vegetables when the grill is already hot, and you want a colorful side with zucchini, peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, and carrots. For something more specific, try Grilled Radishes, Grilled Peppers, or Grilled Cauliflower alongside your turkey burgers.

Tips For Making Juicy Turkey Burgers

These are the turkey burger details that matter most, especially with lean ground turkey.

• Use the right turkey blend: A 93% lean blend or ground dark meat turkey usually makes a juicier burger than extra lean ground turkey, and it still keeps the meal light. Very lean turkey can work, but it needs extra moisture and careful cooking!
• Mix gently: Overmixing can make ground turkey dense, so combine the ingredients just until they hold together. Hands work best because you can feel when the mixture is evenly combined.
• Make an indent: Press a shallow indent in the center of each patty so the burger cooks evenly and keeps a better shape. This is especially helpful for grill cooking.
• Cook to temperature: Ground turkey should reach 165°F in the center. Use an instant-read thermometer so you can pull the burgers as soon as they’re done.
• Don’t press the patties: Pressing burgers while they cook pushes out juices! Flip once, let them brown, and keep the spatula work to a minimum.
• Toast the buns: Turkey burgers often come with sauces and juicy toppings, so a toasted bun helps everything hold together.
• Rest briefly: Give the burgers a couple of minutes before serving so the juices settle back into the patties.

Frequently Asked Questions

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