Juicy Turkey Burger Recipe

(5.0)
By Judy Capodanno
Updated 7/9/2025
Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
Approved for These Diets:
Heart Healthy | Diabetic

To make the best juicy heart healthy turkey burger recipe, start with lean ground turkey, savory garlic, sautéed mushrooms, and moist bread crumbs. Gently hand mix these ingredients in a rich herb sauce and you'll make a flavorful heart healthy dinner.  Melty reduced‑fat Swiss cheese slices add creamy indulgence that respects your healthy diet. Registered dietitians confirm these juicy turkey burgers are low in saturated fat, making this a healthy recipe for low cholesterol diets. Cooking turkey burgers on the grill further reduces fat and seals in juiciness. And pairing burgers with whole‑wheat rolls adds fiber and nutrients to each serving.

Total Time
45 minutes
Servings
10
Calories
364
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Why This Burger is a Heart-Healthy Choice

This heart-healthy grilled turkey burger recipe was created by restaurant chefs to follow the American Heart Association's heart healthy dietiary guidelines by using lean ground turkey, which is low in saturated fat for lower cholesterol. Fresh vegetables and the whole wheat bun help support healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels. The recipe avoids added sugars and uses natural herbs and lemon juice to boost flavor instead of salt. With high protein and nutrient-dense ingredients, this burger recipe fits easily into a heart-healthy eating plan focused on whole foods and balanced nutrition.

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Ingredients

Recipe yields 10 servings

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How to Make Grilled Turkey Burger

  1. Step 1

    In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, or until browned.

  2. Step 2

    Add onion, garlic, tomato and bread cubes, and cook until onion is softened and mixture is combined well, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and chill, covered, for 20 minutes or until completely cooled.

  3. Step 3

    In a small bowl, combine eggs, basil and parsley, and whisk until beaten well. In a large bowl, combine turkey, egg mixture, mushroom mixture, lemon juice, pepper and salt, and stir to combine well. Form 10 patties, transfer to a plate and chill, covered, for 30 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray and preheat the grill. Grill burgers for 6 minutes with grill lid open. Turn burgers, add a slice of cheese to each burger, and close grill lid. Grill for 6 minutes more, or until meat is no longer pink. Serve on rolls with sliced lettuce, tomato and red onion for garnish, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1 burger

364
Calories
7
g
Fat
99
mg
Cholesterol
482
mg
Sodium
35
g
Carbs
2
g
Sat. Fat
2
g
Fiber
39
g
Protein
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