Turkey Burgers

Are you bored with your traditional dinners? Did you know turkey burgers can be full of flavor and an excellent source of protein?

Here is one of my most favorite recipes!! ENJOY!

Turkey Burger

BURGER:

3/4 pound organic turkey ground (breast and thigh meat)

1 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil

1 1/2 teaspoon minced red onion

1 tablespoon ground flax seed

1 tablespoon fresh flat leafed parsley, minced

2 large egg whites

FIXINGS:

4 sprouted whole grain buns

8 large romaine or red lettuce leaves

2 ripe tomatoes cut into 1/4 inch thick slices

1/2 medium red onion cut into 1/8 inch slices

1/2 medium avocado sliced into wedges

Organic salsa or ketchup

Dijon mustard

Directions:

To make the burgers in a bowl using your hands or a large spoon mix together the turkey, oil, onions, flax seed, parsley, egg whites and pepper. Gently form the mixture into four patties—don’t pack the meat tightly. Transfer to a tray. Cover and refrigerate until ready to grill.

Grill burgers at medium high heat for five minutes on one side, turn and grill for eight to ten minutes longer or until the burgers are cooked through. The juices should run clear and a meat thermometer should read 130 degrees. Serves four.