Kris Dovbniak • Chef & Recipe Developer

There is a good chance you might be thinking- turkey burgers? What is it, 1994?! Just hear me out. It’s 2021 and I’m bringing turkey burgers back. Not because they’re low-fat (fat is flavor!). But because turkey is a GREAT blank canvas for SO many flavor options! These are my personal favorite turkey burger recipe because they’re easy, delicious and just a little different than your classic beef burger (when you’re looking to mix it up, a bit).

I also sneak in an extra veggie in there– I promise you (and the kids!) won’t be able to tell! Plus, they’re a vehicle for basil aioli- and I am ALWAYS here for basil aioli.

Make them:

Spinach Parmesan Turkey BurgersMakes 5-6

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 egg (or egg replacement)
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• cracked black pepper, to taste
• oil to grease grill (or parchment for baking)

1. Heat oil in a grill pan, or preheat oven to 375.
2. Combine all ingredients in large bowl. Mix well and use hands to form 4-6 patties.
3. Cook on grill pan, 8-10 minutes per side, or place on greased pan and bake in oven for 20-25 minutes.
4. Serve hot with basil aioli.

Basil Aioli:

• 1/2 cup avocado oil mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chiffonade
• 2 small cloves garlic, minced
• pinch sea salt

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