Turkey Burger Avocado Swiss (Printable)
Flavorful turkey patties with creamy avocado and melted Swiss cheese in a wholesome burger.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Turkey Patties
01 - 1.1 lbs ground turkey
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
05 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
06 - 1 tsp salt
07 - ½ tsp black pepper
08 - 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
→ Toppings & Assembly
09 - 4 whole wheat burger buns
10 - 4 slices Swiss cheese
11 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
12 - 4 leaves romaine lettuce
13 - 1 medium tomato, sliced
14 - ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
15 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional)
16 - 2 tbsp ketchup (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until just combined.
02 - Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and form each into a patty approximately ¾ inch thick.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook patties for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
04 - During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Swiss cheese on each patty and cover the pan to melt the cheese.
05 - Lightly toast the burger buns if desired.
06 - Spread mayonnaise and/or ketchup on the bottom buns if using. Layer with romaine lettuce, turkey patty with melted Swiss cheese, tomato slices, avocado, and optional red onion. Top with bun lids.
07 - Serve immediately alongside preferred side dishes.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It delivers all the satisfaction of a classic burger but leaves you feeling energized instead of sluggish.
- The creamy avocado and nutty Swiss cheese create a flavor combination that feels indulgent without the guilt.
- You can have dinner on the table in half an hour, even on your busiest nights.
02 -
- Turkey dries out faster than beef, so never cook it over high heat or press the patties with your spatula.
- Ripe avocado makes all the difference, if it's too firm it won't spread that creamy richness through each bite.
- Always check the internal temperature with a thermometer, guessing can leave you with undercooked or rubbery patties.
03 -
- Chill the shaped patties in the fridge for 15 minutes before cooking, it helps them hold together better in the pan.
- Use a lid when melting the cheese, the trapped steam does the job in seconds without overcooking the meat.
- Slice the avocado just before assembling so it doesn't brown and lose its vibrant color.