Ina Garten's Turkey Burger
Ina Garten’s Turkey Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and easy to make with simple ingredients like ground turkey, Dijon mustard, scallions, and fresh herbs. Perfectly grilled or pan-seared, these burgers are a lighter yet delicious alternative to traditional beef burgers.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Grill pan or outdoor grill
- Tongs
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Plate or tray for patties
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds ground turkey
- 3 scallions finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil plus extra for grilling
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 4 burger buns toasted
- Lettuce tomato, cheese, and condiments (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, scallions, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic.
- Mix gently until ingredients are evenly combined—avoid overmixing to keep burgers tender.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about ¾-inch thick.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and brush lightly with oil.
- Grill patties for 5–6 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Rest the patties for 2 minutes before serving.
- Serve on toasted buns with lettuce, tomato, and your favorite toppings.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 34g
- Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Sugar: 2g