Turkey Burger with Avocado (Printable Version)

Juicy turkey burger topped with creamy avocado, Swiss cheese, and fresh sprouts on toasted buns.

# What You Need:

→ Turkey Patties

01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
05 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

→ Toppings

08 - 4 slices Swiss cheese
09 - 1 large avocado, sliced
10 - 1 cup alfalfa or broccoli sprouts
11 - 4 whole wheat burger buns, split and toasted
12 - 4 lettuce leaves
13 - 2 medium tomatoes, sliced

→ Optional Condiments

14 - 4 tsp mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
15 - 4 tsp Dijon mustard

# How-To:

01 - In a mixing bowl, gently mix ground turkey, red onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper without overworking.
02 - Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.
03 - Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface.
04 - Cook patties 5 to 6 minutes on each side until reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - Place a slice of Swiss cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover until melted.
06 - Toast the burger buns cut side down until lightly golden.
07 - Spread mayonnaise or Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard on bottom buns if desired; layer lettuce, turkey patty with cheese, avocado slices, tomato, and sprouts. Top with upper bun.
08 - Serve immediately for best freshness.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The turkey stays incredibly moist when you don't overwork the meat, and that Swiss cheese melts into every crevice.
  • You get actual protein and vegetables on one plate, so it feels like a real meal, not just a guilty pleasure.
  • It's ready in 30 minutes, which means you can make it on a Tuesday night without stress.
02 -
  • Don't skip the dimple in the center—I learned this the hard way when my first batch puffed up like little domes and cooked unevenly.
  • Ground turkey is leaner than beef, so it dries out fast if you cook it past 165°F, which is why using a thermometer is worth the extra step.
  • Assemble right before serving or the sprouts will get compressed and the avocado will start to brown.
03 -
  • If the turkey mixture feels too wet, add a tablespoon of breadcrumbs to bind it—this happens sometimes depending on how watery your onion was.
  • Let the patties rest at room temperature for five minutes before cooking so they cook evenly instead of staying cold in the middle.

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