Turkey and Herb Burgers with Yogurt Lemon Dressing

Elevate your burger game with these vibrant Turkey and Herb Burgers with Yogurt Lemon Dressing! Made with lean ground turkey and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, and green onion, these patties are bursting with flavor and perfectly spiced with cumin and paprika. The star of the dish is the silky, citrusy yogurt lemon dressing, a tangy blend of Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, zest, and a touch of honey, offering the perfect creamy contrast to the juicy patties. Nestled on a whole wheat bun with crisp lettuce and ripe tomato slices, these burgers are both wholesome and delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, combining healthy ingredients with bold, satisfying flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground turkey
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 stalks Green onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 1 tsp Honey
• 0.25 tsp Salt for dressing
• 4 Whole wheat burger buns
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 4 Tomato slices

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, chopped green onion, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 2

Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties approximately ¾-inch thick.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the pan evenly.

Step 4

Place the turkey patties onto the hot skillet or grill pan. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the patties are golden brown.

Step 5

While the patties are cooking, prepare the yogurt lemon dressing by whisking together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, and salt in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 6

Toast the burger buns lightly if desired.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers by layering each bottom bun with a lettuce leaf, a cooked turkey patty, a slice of tomato, and a generous dollop of yogurt lemon dressing. Top with the remaining bun halves.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1066.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1711.3

Total Fat 72.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 334.2mg	0%
Sodium 3120.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 29.9g
Protein 128.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 642.0mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 1107.0mg	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: 38.0%

Protein: 30.2%

Carbs: 31.8%