Turkey Burger Avocado Slices (Printable)

Lean turkey patties paired with ripe avocado and fresh veggies create a flavorful main dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Turkey Patties

01 - 1.1 lb lean ground turkey
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
07 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, for cooking

→ Burger Assembly

09 - 4 whole wheat burger buns
10 - 1 large ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced
11 - 4 lettuce leaves
12 - 1 large tomato, sliced
13 - 4 red onion rings
14 - Ketchup or mustard, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined to retain texture.
02 - Divide the mixture evenly into four portions and shape each into a uniform patty.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for 5 to 6 minutes per side until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
04 - Optionally, toast the burger buns lightly while the patties cook.
05 - Layer a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, top with a cooked turkey patty, a tomato slice, a red onion ring, and avocado slices. Add ketchup or mustard if desired, then cover with the top bun.
06 - Serve immediately accompanied by preferred sides.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's ready in under 30 minutes, which means weeknight dinner without the stress or the takeout guilt.
  • Avocado slices make it feel special and restaurant-quality, but you're actually eating something genuinely good for you.
  • Ground turkey stays tender and flavorful when you add the aromatics, proving that lean doesn't have to mean bland.
02 -
  • Don't mix your turkey patties with your hands if you want them tender—use a fork or the edge of a spoon and stop as soon as everything comes together. Overworking the meat is what makes homemade turkey burgers go rubbery.
  • Avocado oxidizes quickly once sliced, so add it at the very last moment before eating, not while you're still cooking other elements.
03 -
  • Keep your hands and tools cold when shaping patties—it prevents the meat from warming up and becoming greasy, which is why some people even chill their mixture for fifteen minutes first.
  • A cast iron skillet gives you better browning and heat retention than a non-stick pan, which means a crispier exterior and more flavor overall.

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