Grilled Turkey Burgers
Updated May 31, 2025
Grilled turkey burgers are easy to make with ground turkey and simple seasonings. Makes 4 turkey burgers that are ¾ inch thick and cooks in 10 minutes.
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My Grilled Turkey Burgers are So Good!
Grilled turkey burgers are one of my favorite ways to use ground turkey. Turkey burgers can be a little bland on its own, but the grill adds so much flavor without much effort. I mix in a few spices, shape the patties, and throw them on while the grill’s already hot. These turkey burgers cook fast, hold together well, and work with whatever toppings I’ve got in the fridge.
Happy Cooking!
– Yumna
Grilled Turkey Burger Ingredients
- Ground turkey: I like to use 80-85% lean ground turkey for these burgers. If you like a fattier burger, you can use 75% lean ground turkey.
- Egg: A room temperature egg mixes in better than a cold egg.
- Seasonings: For this recipe, I used Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, fresh garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Avocado oil: You can use another oil with a high smoke point if you’re out.
How to Make Grilled Turkey Burgers
Grilled Turkey Burger Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey 80-85% lean
- 1 large egg
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together egg, garlic, italian seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt and pepper. Add the ground turkey, and use your hands to mix until combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 even portions and use your hands to shape them into round patties, about ¾ inch in thickness. Use your thumb to press down in the center of each patty to create an indent.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium heat and oil the grates or pan. Cook the burgers for about 5 minutes per side until they reach the desired doneness. Serve on a bun with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
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Recipe Tips
- Make sure the ground turkey is not too lean. Ideally, you want it to be 80-85% lean and no more than that so that the turkey does not dry out too much, especially since turkey tends to be a more lean protein.
- Indent the burgers in the center of each patty with your thumb. This will help prevent the burgers from puffing up and bulging in the center. Otherwise, you may notice that the burgers will plump in the center and possibly cook unevenly.
- Do not press/flatten the burgers while they are cooking. This will release all of the juices and make them dry out.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. Ground turkey should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Serving Ideas
- Grilled Onions
- Grilled Tomatoes
- Roasted Garlic Hummus – as a spread
- Creamy Cucumber Salad
- Lentil Salad
- Red Cabbage Slaw
Recipe Help & FAQs
Cooked turkey burgers can be stored in the fridge up to four days. To reheat, cook in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. You can also reheat them in the microwave, but they may not be as juicy.
Yes! You can freeze the turkey patties raw and cooked. They will last around three months in the freezer. When you’re ready to eat them, just thaw them in the fridge and cook as directed.
There are a few things you can do to prevent turkey burgers from falling apart on the grill. First, make sure that the ground turkey is not too lean. You want it to be 80-85% lean and no more than that so that the turkey does not dry out too much. Second, make sure you use an egg to help bind everything together. Lastly, do not press/flatten the burgers while they are cooking. This will release all of the juices and make them dry out and possibly crumble.
Yes, because turkey is poultry, it is important to cook it well done so that it does not transmit any food-borne illness. Ground turkey should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Yes, you can mix the burger mixture together and form the patties ahead of time and store them in the fridge until you’re ready to cook them. Or you can cook the burgers ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to four days. You can also freeze the raw patties or cooked burgers and they will last around three months in the freezer.
Comments
Great flavor and so moist. I have struggled to make ground turkey moist and I think the egg was the trick! Thanks, Yumna!
Yay! So happy you liked the recipe, Netta!!
This is recipe is excellent and now a part of our bi-weekly rotation. Super easy and delicious!!
Yay! Thanks, Ashley.
I have tried this recipe and it’s so good!
I’ve put half of the raw meet in a giant tortillas. I cooked it in the pan, it didn’t take much time to cook since it’s very thin. Once the meat is grilled, I flipped it side so it cooks on the side of the bread.
This is the trend right now…so good!😊
So glad you liked it, Chantale!
Delicious and so easy. Its a staple now
So glad you liked the turkey burgers!
Yumma! You have yet again hit it out of the park with this one! Tasty, juicy, healthy! So good!!
Thank you so much! That made my day to hear!