Mohamed Shili These juicy turkey burgers are packed with flavor! Made with lean ground turkey, creamy goat cheese, and a tangy Meyer lemon-honey mustard, they are easy to make and perfect for grilling. Serve them on a toasted bun with fresh watercress for a simple and delicious meal.
Ingredients Needed:
Meyer Lemon-Honey Mustard:
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 heaping tablespoon clover honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon fresh Meyer lemon juice, Meyer lemons, if possible
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Burgers:
- 1 1/2 pounds 90-percent lean, freshly ground turkey (not all white meat), chilled
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 8 slices goat cheese, sliced 1/2-inch thick
- 4 sesame seed hamburger buns, split and lightly grilled
- Watercress, for serving
How To Make Turkey Burgers?
- Make the mustard sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, honey, orange juice, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Shape the burgers: Divide the ground turkey into four equal portions and form into patties. Keep them chilled until ready to cook.
- Season and grill: Heat the grill to high. Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the burgers. Grill for about 3-4 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Melt the cheese: In the last minute of grilling, place two slices of goat cheese on each burger. Cover the grill to let the cheese soften.
- Assemble the burgers: Place each burger on a toasted bun, drizzle with mustard sauce, and top with fresh watercress. Serve with extra sauce on the side.
Recipe Tips:
- Use cold turkey for better texture: Cold ground turkey holds its shape better when forming patties, so keep it chilled until you are ready to cook. This helps prevent the burgers from falling apart.
- Don’t press down on the burgers while grilling: Pressing down on the patties will squeeze out the juices, making them dry. Let them cook undisturbed for the juiciest result.
- Let the mustard sauce sit before using: The flavors in the Meyer lemon-honey mustard develop more after chilling for at least 30 minutes. If you have time, let it sit for a few hours for the best taste.
- Melt the cheese properly: Goat cheese doesn’t melt like regular cheese. To soften it nicely, cover the grill for about 1 minute when adding the cheese. This helps it get creamy without losing its shape.
- Toast the buns for extra flavor and texture: Lightly grilling or toasting the buns makes them sturdier and adds a nice crunch. This helps hold the juicy burger without getting soggy.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: First, let the leftover turkey burgers cool to room temperature. Then, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the buns separate to prevent sogginess.
- Freeze: Once cooled, wrap each burger patty tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a little oil and warm the burger for 3–4 minutes per side until heated through.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sodium: 600mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 30g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 40g
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Description
These juicy turkey burgers are packed with flavor! Made with lean ground turkey, creamy goat cheese, and a tangy Meyer lemon-honey mustard, they are easy to make and perfect for grilling. Serve them on a toasted bun with fresh watercress for a simple and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Meyer Lemon-Honey Mustard:
Burgers:
Instructions
- Make the mustard sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, honey, orange juice, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Shape the burgers: Divide the ground turkey into four equal portions and form into patties. Keep them chilled until ready to cook.
- Season and grill: Heat the grill to high. Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the burgers. Grill for about 3-4 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Melt the cheese: In the last minute of grilling, place two slices of goat cheese on each burger. Cover the grill to let the cheese soften.
- Assemble the burgers: Place each burger on a toasted bun, drizzle with mustard sauce, and top with fresh watercress. Serve with extra sauce on the side.
Notes
- Use cold turkey for better texture: Cold ground turkey holds its shape better when forming patties, so keep it chilled until you are ready to cook. This helps prevent the burgers from falling apart.
- Don’t press down on the burgers while grilling: Pressing down on the patties will squeeze out the juices, making them dry. Let them cook undisturbed for the juiciest result.
- Let the mustard sauce sit before using: The flavors in the Meyer lemon-honey mustard develop more after chilling for at least 30 minutes. If you have time, let it sit for a few hours for the best taste.
- Melt the cheese properly: Goat cheese doesn’t melt like regular cheese. To soften it nicely, cover the grill for about 1 minute when adding the cheese. This helps it get creamy without losing its shape.
- Toast the buns for extra flavor and texture: Lightly grilling or toasting the buns makes them sturdier and adds a nice crunch. This helps hold the juicy burger without getting soggy.
Bobby Flay Turkey Burgers