Best Turkey Burgers with Corn Salsa and Creamy Avocado Sauce Recipe
These Best Turkey Burgers are juicy and flavorful, enhanced with a mix of spices and fresh herbs. Served with a vibrant corn salsa and creamy avocado sauce, they make a delicious and healthy meal perfect for weeknights or weekend grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Turkey Burgers
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 small yellow onion, very finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- Oil for cooking
Corn Salsa
- 1 can yellow corn, drained (or fresh grilled corn)
- 1 jalapeño, de-veined and de-seeded, very finely chopped
- 1/2 small red onion, very finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Kosher salt, to taste
Creamy Avocado Sauce
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño, deseeded and chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- Kosher salt, to taste
Other
- 4 toasted brioche hamburger buns
Instructions
- Mix the turkey burger ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, finely chopped yellow onion, minced jalapeño, honey, fresh parsley, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cumin, and salt. Use clean hands to mix everything thoroughly.
- Form the patties: Shape the mixture into 3 or 4 evenly sized patties, ensuring they are compact to hold together while cooking.
- Cook the burgers: Heat a nonstick skillet or cast iron grill pan over medium heat. Add a drizzle of oil to the pan. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and no longer have any pink in the center.
- Alternative cooking method: Optionally, you can cook the patties on an outdoor grill for a smoky flavor, following the same timing guidelines.
- Prepare the corn salsa: In a bowl, mix drained canned or freshly grilled corn with finely chopped jalapeño, diced red onion, chopped fresh cilantro, lime juice, lemon juice, and kosher salt to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Make the creamy avocado sauce: Combine ripe avocado, fresh cilantro, deseeded jalapeño, Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, and kosher salt in a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping sides as needed. Adjust seasoning to taste, then transfer to a container, cover, and refrigerate.
- Assemble the burgers: Spread a generous amount of the creamy avocado sauce on the bottom half of each toasted brioche bun. Then place a cooked turkey burger patty on top, add a scoop of corn salsa, and finish with the top bun. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For juicier burgers, avoid overmixing the turkey and handle the patties gently.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the burgers reaches 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
- Customize heat level by adjusting the amount of jalapeño in the burgers, corn salsa, and avocado sauce.
- You can substitute ground chicken if turkey is unavailable.
- For a dairy-free avocado sauce, replace Greek yogurt with a vegan alternative or omit it.
- Leftover turkey patties can be refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
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