These easy WW Turkey Burgers are a delicious way to enjoy a classic burger while keeping things lighter. Made with lean ground turkey and a few simple seasonings, these burgers are juicy, flavorful, and easy to prepare for a quick lunch or dinner.
Turkey burgers are a great alternative to traditional beef burgers when you want something a little lighter without giving up the satisfaction of a hearty burger. You can cook them on the stovetop, grill, or air fryer, then add your favorite toppings and serve them with a simple side.
Also try out these - Turkey Swedish Meatballs, Turkey Swedish Meatballs, Air Fryer Turkey Tenderloin, or Air Fryer Turkey Potstickers
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Why You Will Like This Recipe
These WW Turkey Burgers are simple enough for a busy weeknight but flavorful enough that the whole family will enjoy them. Ground turkey is a versatile protein that takes on seasonings well, making it easy to create a flavorful burger without needing a long list of ingredients.
Another reason this recipe works is that you can customize the burgers to fit your preferences. Add your favorite herbs and spices, use a light burger bun, or skip the bun completely and serve your turkey burger over a salad.
Turkey burgers also cook relatively quickly, making them a convenient option when you want dinner on the table without a lot of prep work.
Ingredients Needed for Turkey Burgers
- Ground turkey - can be used in place of ground beef in most recipes and is a great way to reduce the amount of saturated fat in your diet. It is also a good source of protein and can be a healthier option for those looking to cut down on red meat consumption.
- Shallots, minced - can also sub dried minced onions
- Salt and Black pepper to taste
- Chili powder - Is a blend of mixed red chilis that have been dried up and pulverized until it resembles powder. Sometimes other spices like cumin and paprika.
- Cumin - is a member of the parsley family. It is a dried seed that is made from a plant called Cuminum cyminum.
- Smoked paprika - gives the seasoning an extra layer of smoke flavor
- See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How to Make Weight Watchers Turkey Burgers
Step 1 Place turkey, shallot, and spices together in a large bowl and mix together until all the ingredients are incorporated.
Step 2 Lightly wet your hands and use them to shape 4 circular patties about 4 inches in diameter. Place on a sheet pan or plate.
Step 3 Heat up a non stick skillet and spray with cooking spray.
Step 4 Cook burgers for 2 minutes on the first side, then flip, lower heat to low, and cook them for an additional 5-6 minutes.
Pro Tips: Turkey Burgers
Don't overwork the ground turkey when forming the patties. Gently shape the mixture for the best texture.
Make a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb before cooking. This can help the burgers cook more evenly and maintain their shape.
Use a meat thermometer to make sure the burgers reach 165°F in the center.
If you're preparing the burgers ahead of time, shape the patties and refrigerate them until you're ready to cook.
You can also make smaller slider-size turkey burgers if you're serving these as an appetizer or want smaller portions.
Storage
Store leftover cooked turkey burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
Allow the burgers to cool before refrigerating them, but don't leave cooked turkey at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
To reheat, warm the burgers in a skillet, microwave, or air fryer until heated through. If using an air fryer, avoid overheating them because turkey burgers can dry out.
You can also freeze cooked turkey burger patties. Wrap them individually and place them in a freezer-safe container or bag.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these WW Turkey Burgers with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and mustard for a classic burger combination.
For a lighter meal, skip the bun and serve your turkey burger over a salad with your favorite vegetables and dressing.
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes, roasted vegetables, corn on the cob, or a simple side salad are also great choices.
For an easy summer dinner, serve the burgers with fresh fruit and a crunchy vegetable salad.
How do I store leftovers?
Always store leftover turkey patties in clean, food-grade containers. The type of container doesn’t really matter. Use zip lock, glass, plastic, whatever! Make sure to store any leftovers in an airtight container.
Recommended Tools to Make This Recipe
Blackstone griddles are popular among outdoor cooking enthusiasts because of their versatility and they are also transportable so you can take them camping or to the lake. Unlike traditional grills. You can cook the turkey burgers on an out door griddle!
Other Recipes to Try
- Weight Watchers Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes
- Ninja Foodi Air Fryer Turkey Breast 7 pounds
- Turkey Swedish Meatballs
- Turkey, Corn, and Black Bean Chili
- Good Eats Turkey Brine
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Weight Watcher Turkey Burgers
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 10min
- Total Time: 20min
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Easy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Description
For this burger, you can use lean ground turkey. The spices give it enough flavor so you don't have to worry about the burgers being dry.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- ⅓ cup shallots, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1½ teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Cooking Spray
- Toppings
- 4 Orowheat Sandwhich Thin buns (100 calories each)
- Shredded lettuce
- 8 Sliced tomatoes
- 4 slices of light swiss cheese
- 4 tablespoons guacamole
- Chipotle Mayo
- ½ cup light mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons canned chilies in adobo
- ½ lime, juiced
Instructions
- Place turkey, shallot, and spices together in a large bowl and mix together until all the ingredients are incorporated.
- Lightly wet your hands and use them to shape 4 circular patties about 4 inches in diameter.
- Heat up a non stick skillet and spray with cooking spray.
- Cook burgers for 2 minutes on the first side, then flip, lower heat to low, and cook them for an additional 5-6 minutes.
- NOTE: the turkey burgers must be cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to check each patty for an internal temperature of at least 165˚F before removing from pan.
- Assemble the burgers as desired with bun, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and preferred condiments.
Notes
myWW points: Blue Points: 2; Green Points: 5; Purple Points: 2
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2
- Fat: 5
- Fiber: 7
- Protein: 24
Laurie says
My husband and I love to eat turkey burgers, we do eat them without buns though. We like to try new recipes to keep things interesting. Will have to try this recipe - the burger looks absolutely delicious. Thanks so much for sharing!