Grilled Turkey Burgers

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground turkey

1 large egg, beaten

1/2 cup plain whole wheat breadcrumbs or whole wheat panko

1/3 cup grated or finely chopped onions

1/3 cup finely chopped parsley

1 clove garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

2 teaspoons canola oil or cooking spray to lightly coat the pan or grill

Cucumber salad

1 cucumber, diced small

1/2 cup chopped chives or green onions

1 medium-sized ripe tomato, finely diced

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice

1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt

Directions

Combine all ingredients for turkey burgers, except olive oil.
Form into 4 to 5 patties.
Sprinkle each patty on both sides with olive oil, using fingers to coat. Lightly oil grates of grill.
Set grill to medium-high heat or place a lightly-oiled skillet or grill pan on the stovetop over medium-high heat.
Add patties to grill or skillet and cover (cover if using the grill) and grill for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, until cooked through.
Meanwhile, mix together all ingredients for cucumber salad. Serve room temperature or chill until serving.

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