Sicilian Turkey Burger

Health score
11%
Sicilian Turkey Burger
45 min.
4
353kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sicily with these delightful Sicilian Turkey Burgers, a recipe that elevates the classic burger experience into something truly special. Packed with unique ingredients, these juicy patties blend the lean goodness of turkey with rich tomato paste, sweet currants, and tangy capers, creating a harmony of taste that will tantalize your taste buds.

What sets this recipe apart are the aromatic spices, including dried basil and crushed fennel seeds, which infuse each bite with an enticing depth of flavor. Topped with melted Parmesan and served on toasted ciabatta rolls, these burgers becomes a gourmet feast ready for any lunch or dinner table. Whether you're cooking for your family or entertaining guests, the Sicilian Turkey Burger is sure to impress.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a meal that's not only delicious but also nutritious, boasting 353 calories per serving. With a balanced breakdown of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, it's a fulfilling choice for any meal. Perfectly grilled to achieve that tantalizing golden crust while remaining juicy on the inside, this burger promises to be a new favorite. So gather your ingredients and step into the kitchen to create a dish that celebrates the vibrant culinary traditions of Sicily!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons balsamic vinegar 
  • tablespoons capers 
  •  ciabatta rolls split
  • tablespoons currants 
  • 0.5 teaspoon basil dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon fennel seeds crushed
  • pound pd of ground turkey lean
  • 0.5 cup parmesan grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons tomato paste 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix turkey, tomato paste, currants, capers,basil, fennel seeds and salt. Form turkey mixture intofour 3/4-inch-thick patties. Coat a grill rack or grill panwith cooking spray. Grill patties over medium-high heatuntil underside is well browned, about 7 minutes; flipand cook 5 minutes more. Top each patty with 2 tablespoons
  2. Parmesan; close lid or cover pan. Cook until internaltemperature reaches 165°F, about 2 minutes.
  3. Brushbottom of each roll with 1 teaspoon vinegar; top with 1 burger,tomato, if desired, and other half of roll.
  4. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories353kcal
Protein41.46%
Fat15.08%
Carbs43.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.75
Glycemic Load
3.38
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
15.340434851854%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
5.25mg
Quercetin
6.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:353.18kcal
17.66%
Fat:5.99g
9.22%
Saturated Fat:2.86g
17.89%
Carbohydrates:38.84g
12.95%
Net Carbohydrates:36.96g
13.44%
Sugar:9.34g
10.37%
Cholesterol:70.87mg
23.62%
Sodium:1035.03mg
45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.05g
74.1%
Vitamin B3:11.64mg
58.21%
Vitamin B6:1.05mg
52.31%
Selenium:28.64µg
40.92%
Phosphorus:368.17mg
36.82%
Calcium:174.54mg
17.45%
Zinc:2.49mg
16.62%
Potassium:569.9mg
16.28%
Magnesium:51.25mg
12.81%
Vitamin B12:0.73µg
12.14%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.93%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.79%
Iron:1.81mg
10.05%
Copper:0.17mg
8.44%
Fiber:1.88g
7.51%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.87%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.81%
Vitamin A:323.97IU
6.48%
Vitamin K:5.08µg
4.84%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.56%
Vitamin C:3.38mg
4.1%
Folate:13.82µg
3.45%
Vitamin D:0.52µg
3.44%
Source:Epicurious