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Easy Turkey Bruschetta Burgers topped with fresh tomato and basil

Turkey Bruschetta Burgers

A delicious and healthy twist on a classic favorite, combining Italian flavors with juicy turkey burgers, perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Burger Patties
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Bruschetta Topping
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • to taste Olive oil Drizzle over the topping
Bun Assembly
  • 4 hamburger buns

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into patties.
  2. In another bowl, mix diced tomatoes, basil, balsamic vinegar, and a drizzle of olive oil to make the bruschetta topping.
Cooking
  1. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the turkey patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
  2. Toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the burgers by placing a turkey patty on each bun and topping it with the bruschetta mixture. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, mix in herbs into the turkey mixture. You can use different toppings like mozzarella cheese for variation. Make smaller patties for sliders or larger ones for a hearty meal. Leftover burgers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.