NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz Lean Ground Turkey

1 oz Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese

1 Whole Wheat Bun

2 tbsp Panko Breadcrumbs

1 Egg

1 tsp Mixed Dried Italian Herbs

Salt and Pepper to taste

2 Lettuce Leaves

2 Tomato Slices

2 Red Onion Slices

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

• 2

  In a large bowl, combine the lean ground turkey, egg, panko breadcrumbs, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.

• 3

  Divide the turkey mixture into two equal portions. Flatten each portion into a patty about half an inch thick.

• 4

  Place a piece of mozzarella cheese in the center of each patty and gently fold the mixture around the cheese, sealing it completely to enclose the mozzarella.

• 5

  Lightly shape the patties into burgers, ensuring an even distribution of the mixture for uniform baking.

• 6

  Place the stuffed turkey burgers on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the outside is nicely browned.

• 7

  While the burgers bake, prepare the toppings by washing and slicing the lettuce, tomato, and red onion.

• 8

  Toast the whole wheat bun if desired.

• 9

  Assemble the burger by placing the baked turkey patty on the bun and topping with fresh lettuce, tomato, and red onion slices.

• 10

  Serve immediately and enjoy your crispy baked mozzarella-stuffed turkey burger.