At the same time they recognize it as a healthier option, some people feel that a turkey burger is a poor substitute for a nice, juicy, pure-beef hamburger. But it doesn’t have to be! A well-seasoned turkey burger paired with the right condiments can be a flavorful treat. You won’t miss the beef.
Turkey Burgers with Parmesan Wafers
(Makes 4 servings)
- ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound ground turkey (85% lean)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 1 lemon, zested, juiced
- 4 hamburger buns, toasted
- ½ red onion, very thinly sliced
- ¼ head romaine lettuce, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Using 1 tablespoon Parmesan for each, form 8 mounds of cheese on baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart. Flatten mounds to even thickness. Bake 6 minutes, or until cheese melts and is pale golden. Cool on baking sheet until crisp. Sprinkle with pepper.
In medium bowl, mix turkey and oil. Form turkey mixture into 4 patties just wider in diameter than buns. Season with salt and pepper. Heat large heavy skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Add patties and cook 3 minutes per side, or until brown and cooked through.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, lemon zest, and 4 teaspoons lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Spread over burger tops and bottoms.
Top each bun bottom with a patty, then with onions, romaine, Parmesan wafers, and bun tops.
Make-Ahead: Lemon mayonnaise can be made up to 1 day ahead, covered and refrigerated. Parmesan wafers can be made up to 1 day ahead, stored in airtight container.
Per serving
Calories: 475
Total Fat: 27 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Sodium: 713 mg
Carbohydrate: 29 g
Fiber: 1 g
Diabetic Exchanges: 1.5 starch, 3.5 lean meat, 0.5 vegetable, 2 fat
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