This Ground Turkey Burger recipe is endlessly versatile and packed with lean protein. The turkey patties are made with mayo, Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, and spices, making them extra juicy and flavorful. Choose your favorite toppings for an easy, family-favorite meal that’s ready in 20 minutes!
Personal Note
Who doesn’t love burgers for dinner during summer time?! They’re easy to make, fun to customize, and always a hit. I’ve got tons of burger recipes on the blog—including some of my favorite bunless options with lettuce wraps. And if you’re craving a classic, my ground beef hamburger recipe on a buttery toasted bun is a reader favorite!
So, I thought it was finally time to share my go-to ground turkey burger recipe—made with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand!
My family and I love these burger patties because they’re juicy and we love to serve it with sides like coleslaw salad, air fryer sweet potato, potato wedges or grilled corn.
Turkey Burger Ingredients
Ground Turkey – After testing this recipe many times, I found that the secret to a great ground turkey burger is enough fat. This fat helps hold everything together. Ground turkey is lean to begin with, so the fat acts as a binder and adds flavor. After doing lots of testing, I got the best results with turkey that’s 93% lean and 7% fat.
Add-ins – I flavor the ground turkey with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, fresh herbs, seasonings and salt and pepper. I’m using my one-minute homemade mayonnaise here, but feel free to use whatever you have on hand.
How To Make Juicy Burgers
First: Add your ground turkey, mayo, Dijon, worcestershire sauce, and seasonings to a large bowl.
Second: Gently combine the patty mixture until it’s evenly incorporated and divide it into 4 even portions. Be careful not to overwork the mixture.
Third: Shape the mixture into four ½-inch patties, place patties on a parchment paper lined baking sheet, and refrigerate to firm up.
Four: Heat oil in a medium skillet, then add the turkey patties. Cook the burgers for about 5 minutes on each side until you fully cook the patties to your liking.
Burgers Toppings
Anytime I make burgers, I like to set up a little buffet of toppings. This way, everyone can build their own burger exactly the way they like.
The classic options are cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, spicy mayo, fried egg and red onions, but those are just the basics. Feel free to switch things up with bacon, sliced avocado, caramelized onions, or sauteéd mushrooms.
You can make them even more delicious with a good sauce. I usually use mayo and Dijon since I already have them out, but hot sauce, ketchup and garlic aioli are also great.
Prep ahead of time!
Just shape the patties, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 1–2 days. You can also freeze them for longer storage—just layer with parchment and store in a freezer bag.
Olivia’s Recipe Tips
If you’re having trouble shaping the patties, try popping them back into the fridge to firm up. It also helps to wet your hands to keep the ground turkey from sticking to them.
For the best sear, make sure your skillet is nice and hot before adding the turkey burger patties. Avoid flipping them until they naturally release from the pan.
I recommend using a food thermometer to check he doneness and the internal temperature of your burger patties. 140°F is medium-rare, 150-155°F is medium-well, and 160-165°F is well-done.
More Ground Turkey Recipes
Ground Turkey Burger with mayo, Dijon mustard and spices
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey thighs 93% lean
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcester sauce
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt or ½ teaspoon of any other salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/3 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 4 tablespoons olive oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chopped parsley. Mix gently until everything is well incorporated—don’t overmix to keep the burgers juicy.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about ½-inch thick. Place them on a plate or tray and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to help them firm up (this helps them hold their shape during cooking).
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the turkey patties. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown on the outside and fully cooked inside (internal temp should reach 165°F).
- Serve the burgers hot on toasted buns. Add your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, and cheese. You can also include aioli, mayo, ketchup, or extra Dijon!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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