Healthy Flaxseed Turkey Burgers
These healthy Turkey Burgers are made with flax-seed to add fiber for better digestion and it works as a natural binder (no bread crumbs needed).
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey preferably pasture-raised
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp finely minced onion
- 1 small clove garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp liquid smoke optional, but adds depth
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed with 2 tablespoons of water. Let sit for 5 minutes to gel slightly. This helps hold the burgers together naturally.
- While the flaxseed is gelling, chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Next, in a large bowl, gently mix the turkey, flax mixture, egg, onion, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and liquid smoke. Mix until just combined.
- For standard size burgers, divide into 4 equal portions and form into patties about ¾-inch thick. For kid-sized burgers or sliders, divide into smaller portions.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the skillet is hot, cook patties for 5–6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- OR grill over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side. My go-to is cooking them on my Blackstone griddle.
- Finally, let the burgers rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.
Notes
- Mix just until everything is combined. Overmixing can make turkey burgers dense and tough instead of tender.
- Press your thumb into the middle of each patty. This helps the burgers cook evenly and prevents puffing.
- If the heat is too high, the outside can dry out before the inside cooks through. Steady medium heat keeps them juicy.
- Give the burgers a few minutes after cooking. This way, the juices stay inside instead of running out.
- A flat top, like a Blackstone, gives an even cook and a great sear.