Spicy Turkey Burger

Turn up the heat at your next cookout with these flavorful Spicy Turkey Burgers, a healthier twist on a classic favorite that's bursting with bold spices and juicy tenderness. Made with lean ground turkey and seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and a hint of cumin, these patties are packed with zesty charm. Chopped fresh parsley, an egg, and breadcrumbs ensure they stay moist and perfectly bound, while a quick sear in olive oil delivers a golden, slightly crisp exterior. Nestled on a toasted bun with crunchy lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and a dollop of spicy mayo, these burgers are the ultimate combination of heat and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes and ideal for easy weeknight dinners or summer grilling sessions, this recipe serves up four satisfying portions of pure deliciousness. Pair with sweet potato fries or a refreshing salad for a complete meal that's sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground turkey
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 whole Burger buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato, sliced
• 0.25 cup Spicy mayo (mayonnaise + sriracha)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley, egg, and breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients gently with your hands until well combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties about 0.75 inches thick.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Alternatively, preheat your outdoor grill to medium heat.

Step 5

Cook the turkey burgers for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) as measured with a meat thermometer.

Step 6

While the burgers are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster if desired.

Step 7

Spread a generous layer of spicy mayo on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers by layering lettuce, a cooked turkey patty, tomato slices, and the bun top.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes like sweet potato fries or a fresh garden salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(991.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1882.7

Total Fat 104.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 561.1mg	0%
Sodium 4433.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.4g
Protein 112.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 266.8mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 927.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 25.8%