Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the Zesty Lemon-Herb Aioli
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve to allow flavors to meld.
Prepare the Turkey Burger Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, lightly beaten egg, finely minced yellow onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to dry burgers.
Form the Patties
- Divide the turkey mixture into four equal portions. Gently form each portion into a 3/4-inch thick patty. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb; this helps prevent the burgers from bulging in the middle during cooking.
Cook the Turkey Burgers
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place the turkey patties in the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan (cook in batches if necessary). Cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the burgers are golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, grill over medium heat for the same duration.
Toast the Buns (Optional)
- While the burgers are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes until golden.
Assemble and Serve
- Spread a generous amount of the Zesty Lemon-Herb Aioli on both halves of each toasted bun. Place a cooked turkey burger patty on the bottom bun. Top with a lettuce leaf, tomato slice, and red onion slice. Crown with the top bun and serve immediately.
Notes
To ensure juicy burgers, avoid overmixing the ground turkey mixture.
For best results, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the turkey burgers reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
Leftover aioli can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Consider adding a slice of your favorite cheese (cheddar, provolone, Swiss) during the last minute of cooking the burgers for a melty topping.
For best results, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the turkey burgers reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
Leftover aioli can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Consider adding a slice of your favorite cheese (cheddar, provolone, Swiss) during the last minute of cooking the burgers for a melty topping.
