Description
Juicy turkey burgers packed with sundried tomatoes, basil, and garlic, topped with mozzarella and balsamic caramelized onions for a gourmet twist.
Ingredients
- 10 sundried tomatoes
- 10 leaves basil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano (Parmesan), grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 2 red onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 4 ounces pancetta, thinly sliced (sub bacon if needed)
- 4 buns, optionally lightly toasted
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 12 basil leaves
Instructions
- Add the sundried tomatoes, 10 basil leaves, and garlic to a food processor. Pulse until it becomes a thick paste.
- In a bowl, combine the ground turkey, sundried tomato paste, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix gently just until combined.
- Set aside while you cook the onions.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and stir to coat. Cook until onions turn deep golden brown, about 30 minutes. Stir in balsamic vinegar.
- Transfer onions to a bowl and set aside.
- In the same pan, cook pancetta over medium heat until crisp. Move to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Heat the grill to medium-high. Grill patties 4–5 minutes per side. During the last 2–3 minutes, top each patty with mozzarella slices and close the lid to help it melt.
- Toast buns if you like. Build each burger: bun + pancetta + avocado + mozzarella-topped patty + balsamic onions + fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
The balsamic onions can be made ahead and reheated. Keep fresh toppings separate for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian