Turkey meat is prized for its hypoallergenic properties, making it suitable for those with food allergies and safe for children’s diets. This product is rich in B vitamins and also contains , potassium, phosphorus, zinc, selenium, and other essential trace elements that support immunity and promote the health of blood vessels, skin, and bones. Turkey meat helps lower and is beneficial for the digestive system by stimulating metabolism.
Ingredients (for 4 burgers): ground turkey – 300 g; rolled oats – 45 g (½ cup); toasted crispy buns – 4 pieces; large tomato – 220 g (1 piece); avocado – 300 g (1 piece); green onions or shallots – 3 pieces; lettuce leaves – 50 g; lemon juice – 2 tablespoons; grated lemon zest – 2 teaspoons; Cajun spice mix (a popular seasoning that includes paprika, garlic, onion, oregano, thyme, and various peppers) – 2 tablespoons; salt – to taste; Tabasco sauce – for serving.
In a medium bowl, combine the ground turkey, spices, oats, chopped , and lemon zest. Mix well. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a patty. Place the patties on a plate, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
In a bowl, mix the lemon juice with the chopped and , seasoning to taste with salt and spices.
Grill the patties on an oiled grill pan over medium heat, cooking for 5 minutes on each side.
On the bottom halves of the buns, layer the lettuce leaves, followed by the cooked patties and the seasoned tomato and avocado (this will make the turkey burger juicier). Top the ingredients with sauce and cover with the top halves of the buns before serving.
Life Hack
The calorie count for a medium-sized turkey burger is about 1168 kcal. In a low-calorie version, this can be reduced to 700 kcal by omitting fatty sauces and skin (most of the fat in turkey is found under the skin, so it can be removed if necessary). To prevent the lean meat from drying out during cooking, consider adding chopped mushrooms or a couple of tablespoons of melted butter to the ground turkey.
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