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Grilled Turkey Burger Recipe

Published by Laura Kersting on June 21, 2021
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  • Lunch
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  • 30 minutes
  • Gluten-Free
  • grilled
  • Healthy
  • Simple
  • turkey
grilled turkey burger recipe plated burger with toppings, condiments, drink
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This grilled turkey burger recipe is a healthy alternative to beef. We love grilling in the summer, and these turkey burgers are our favorite. They are so juicy and delicious that they’re bound to be your new favorite burger too. So go grab your grilling tools and get ready for your next barbecue. What are you waiting for?

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Recipe Tips

The keys to this grilled turkey burger recipe are keeping the meat from falling apart and drying out while cooking.

How to Keep Turkey Burgers from Falling Apart

  • Make up your burger patties. Handle the meat as little as possible by gently pressing it out with your hands.
  • Chill the burger patties in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before grilling.

How to Keep Turkey Burgers from Drying Out

  • Add 1/8 tsp. oil to the center of the burger on both sides and rub to coat the entire burger. I like this avocado oil from Thrive Market (paid Affiliate link).
  • With a teaspoon, (or your clean finger) make an indention in the center of the burger. This keeps the burgers from drying out and keeps them from shrinking up while cooking.

What Temperature to Grill Turkey Burgers?

  • Turkey burgers cook best on medium-high, direct heat at approximately 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

How Long do Turkey Burgers take on the Grill?

  • Grill burgers for 4-6 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness.
  • Grill until a thermometer inserted into the center of the burger reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. This method is the most accurate.

Other Tips

  • If using cheese, add it with about 2 minutes left to cook. To make this recipe dairy-free I recommend using Daiya cheddar cheese slices.
  • To make this grilled turkey burger recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free buns. I recommend Udi’s Gluten-Free Classic Hamburger Buns.
  • This recipe can be made using a cast iron or heavy skillet if you don’t have a propane grill. I recommend Lodge Cast Iron Skillet (paid Amazon link).

How to Make This Grilled Turkey Burger Recipe

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Add all the ingredients, except the oil, to a large mixing bowl and combine using your hands.
  2. Form the turkey mixture into 3-inch burgers.
  3. Place a small indention in the center of each burger with a spoon.
  4. Put burgers on a lined baking sheet and chill for 15 minutes.
  5. Heat your propane grill on high heat.
  6. While the grill is heating, remove the burgers from the refrigerator.
  7. Add the oil to each burger and coat well.
  8. Clean your grill and turn the heat down to medium-high.
  9. Place each burger on the grill and cook for 4-6 minutes.
  10. Flip the burgers and cook for another 4-6 minutes until done.
  11. If using, add cheese to the burgers with about 2 minutes left for cooking.
  12. Remove from the grill.
  13. Serve with your desired toppings.
grilled turkey burger recipe step 1
Add all indgredients to a large bowl.
grilled turkey burger recipe step 2
Mix indgredients together with your hands.
grilled turkey burger recipe step 3
Form turkey mixture into burgers and place on a lined baking sheet.
grilled turkey burger recipe step 4
Make an indention in the center of each burger with a spoon.
grilled turkey burger recipe step 5
Add oil to burgers.
grilled turkey burger recipe step 6
Rub the oil into the burgers to coat.
grilled turkey burger recipe step 7
Place burgers on the grill for 4-6 minutes.
grilled turkey burger recipe step 8
Flip burgers and gill another 4-6 minutes until done.
grilled turkey burger recipe plated burger with toppings, condiments, drink
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Grilled Turkey Burger Recipe

A juicy and delicious burger that's a healthy alternative to beef.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword 30 minutes, gluten-free, grilled, healthy, simple, turkey
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chilling time 15 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 130kcal
Author Laura Kersting

Equipment

  • Propane Grill OR Cast Iron/Heavy Skillet
  • Large grilling spatula
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper for lining the baking sheet

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Turkey
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Dried Rosemary
  • 1/4 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1/4 tsp Dried Sage
  • 1 tsp Avocado Oil divided 1/4 tsp for each burger

Instructions

  • Add all the ingredients, except the oil, to a large mixing bowl.
  • Combine thoroughly using your hands.
  • Form the turkey mixture into 4 3-inch burgers.
  • Place a small indention in the center of each burger with a spoon.
  • Put burgers on a lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  • Turn on your propane grill and set to high heat.
  • While the grill is heating, remove the burgers from the refrigerator.
  • Add 1/8 tsp of oil to each side of the burger and coat well rubbing the oil in with your hands.
  • Clean your grill and turn the heat down to medium-high.
  • Place each burger on the grill and cook for 4-6 minutes.
  • Flip the burgers and cook for another 4-6 minutes until done.
  • If using, add cheese to the burgers with about 2 minutes left for cooking.
  • Remove from the grill.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Calories are approximate and based on 1 40z burger.
To make dairy-free use dairy-free cheese.
To make gluten-free use gluten-free buns.

DON’T FORGET to pair these grilled turkey burgers with your favorite sides.

Try these burgers with my Jicama Fries Recipe or my Berry Salad Recipe for a complete, simple, and meal.

Blessings, Laura xo

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