Weight Watchers Turkey Burger

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Weight Watchers Turkey Burger is a low-carb, nutritious, and delicious recipe. It is a healthy burger recipe because low-fat ground meat is used. Mix the turkey meat with spices, and seasonings to make patties. This Weight Watchers Turkey Burger is quick and tasty, ideal for a midweek supper. It is a guilt-free choice that helps you to maintain your weight. You can alter the burgers depending on your tastebuds. We can save it in the refrigerator or freezer for later consumption. The burger’s flavor will not be impacted. Enjoy the min burgers with other serving meal options (already mentioned below). Let’s make the cute burgers the following cooking guidelines.

 

Equipment

  • 2 Bowls
  • Spatula
  • Shape Maker
  • Tray
  • Non-stick pan
  • Fork
  • Knife
  • Serving Plate

Ingredients

  • Raw Fat-free Ground Turkey 1Ib
  • Salsa 1/2cup
  • Chili powder 1 1/2tsp
  • Salt 1/2tsp, or according to taste
  • Ground Black Pepper 1/4tsp
  • Minced Garlic Clove 1
  • Panko Breadcrumbs 1/2cup
  • Olive Oil Spray
  • Large Egg 1
  • Burger Buns 4

Additional Add-ins (Optional)

  • Reduced-fat grated mozzarella cheese 1/2cup (2 oz.)
  • Sliced Tomato
  • Red Onion Sliced
  • Iceberg Lettuce
  • Sliced Pickles
  • Caramelized Onions ( brown and crispy onions)
  • Avocado

Ingredient Notes

Turkey:

  • We used zero-fat ground turkey to make patties. Make sure the meat is dry and raw. Alternatively, you can use beef meat with zero % fat.

Garlic Clove:

  • Fresh garlic works well. You can use ready-made garlic jar paste.

Breadcrumbs:

  • Use any breadcrumbs like gluten-free or whole-wheat breadcrumbs. It provides a crispy and firm texture to the patties.

Spices:

  • You can maintain the quantity of spices according to tastebuds and flavor.

Burger Buns:

  • I use Old Tymes 647 rolls or Martin’s whole-wheat buns. It contains low calories and carbs quantity. They have more fiber amount.

 

Instructions

  1. Add salsa, black pepper, ground turkey meat, minced garlic, chili powder, salt, panko breadcrumbs, and eggs to a bowl.
  2. Mix all items using a spatula or hand.
  3. Next, create four round balls of this mixture.
  4. Convert balls into flattened shapes with the help of a shape maker.
  5. Arrange the patties in a tray. Set aside.

Stovetop

  1. We will fry the patties on a stovetop.
  2. Mist the nonstick pan with an olive oil spray. Heat this oil on medium to low flame for 1/2 minutes.
  3. After heating the oil, place the patties into this pan.
  4. Fry each side for 5/7 minutes until it’s completely cooked.
  5. Meanwhile, we will cut the veggies.
  6. Cut cucumber, onion, and tomato into thin slices with a knife.
  7. Set aside the chopped veggies in a bowl.
  8. Next, insert a fork or knife to ensure the patties are fully cooked.
  9. Shift the patties to a plate. Next, place buns on the pan and toast for 1/2 minutes.
  10. After that, remove the pan from the stovetop and switch off the flame.

Assembling

  1. Place buns in a clean place.
  2. Add the first layer of iceberg lettuce. Place the turkey patties over the lettuce.
  3. Next, top it with sliced onion, tomatoes, and cucumber.
  4. After that, shift the burgers in a pan. Shallow cook in a pan for 1/2 minutes.
  5. Transfer it to a clean beautiful plate. The tasty burgers are ready.
  6. Serve with ketchup or low-fat mayonnaise.
  7. Your Weight Watchers Turkey Burger are ready to enjoy!

Variations

Sliders:

  • Divide the burgers into two halves and make eight mini burgers. Enjoy with slices of cucumber for a low-carb appetizer. Low-fat grated Mozzarella cheese and less-fat mayonnaise are also added for extra taste.

Summer Burgers:

  • Add chopped parsley, mango salsa, and lime juice for a tangy and fruity flavor.

Mushroom Swiss Burger:

  • You can replace the Mozzarella cheese with Swiss cheese. We add cooked mushrooms as a topping to make this burger.

Taco Burgers:

  • We used Taco seasoning in place of red chili powder. For a low-carb taco burger, serve it with lettuce warps. You can add sauteed onions, colorful bell peppers, and a small amount of non-fat Greek yogurt as sour cream.

Tips

  • You can add different layers of fresh veggies, creamy sauces, and fresh herbs to your taste.
  • We make 1/2-inch thick patties to ensure even cooking, particularly in the middle.
  • Oven and air fryer are both options for cooking the patties.
  • Choose low-fat meat to reduce the calories and Weight Watchers points.

Storage Information

Early Preparation:

  • You can prepare the turkey patties three to four days in advance. When you need to cook, take it out of the freezer.

Fridge:

  • Place the leftover burgers in the refrigerator for 3/4 days.

Freezer:

  • Shift all turkey patties in a baking tray or simple dish sequence-wise direction. Then, cover it with a plastic clean sheet and freeze it for up to 4 months.
    Reheating: You can rewarm the refrigerated remaining burgers in the microwave oven for 3-4 minutes. Frozen patties can be cooked in an air-fryer, pan, or stovetop ( time and temperature will vary).

FAQs

How can we pair burgers with other side meals?

  • Enjoy it with Air-fryer potatoes, macaroni salad, reduced-fat chicken tenders, green salad, baked sweet potato, grilled asparagus, onion rings, Italian pasta salad, and grilled fat-free chicken roast. You can consume it with any homemade Weight Watchers-friendly dipping sauce.

Are turkey burgers more healthful than beef burgers?

  • In general, turkey burgers are more healthful than beef burgers. The kind of ground turkey you choose will vary. It’s preferable to use only low-fat and skin-free turkey.

How do we bind the turkey patties mixture?

  • For binding, I used egg and breadcrumbs which help to hold the structure of the mixture. Both of these help bind and shape the patties.

 

Nutritional Facts Per Serving

Amount Per Serving 1 Burger
Yield 4 people serving
Total Calories 183kcals
Carbohydrates 7g
Protein 29.9g
Dietary Fiber 1.2g
Sugar 1.2g
Total Fat 4g
Sodium 768mg

Total Weight Watchers Points Per Serving is only two (2) points.