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Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

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Cook Time 14 minutes
Pre-heat 5 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground turkey 93% lean is ideal
  • 1/4 cup finely minced onion or grated
  • 1 garlic clove minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
  • 2 tbsp plain breadcrumbs or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil, for brushing
  • Buns of choice brioche, whole wheat, or gluten-free
  • Toppings: lettuce tomato, red onion, pickles
  • Condiments: mayo mustard, ketchup, or a yogurt-based sauce
  • Optional add-ins: chopped parsley shredded zucchini (well-squeezed), or crumbled feta

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer: Set to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes so it’s hot and ready. Preheating helps the burgers brown nicely.
  • Mix the burger base: In a bowl, combine ground turkey, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire, Dijon, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until just combined. Don’t overmix or the burgers can turn dense.
  • Form patties: Divide into 4 equal portions and shape into 1/2-inch thick patties. Press a small thumbprint in the center of each to help them cook evenly and stay flat.
  • Oil lightly: Brush or spray both sides with a thin layer of olive oil. This promotes browning and prevents sticking.
  • Air fry: Place patties in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between them. Cook for 6–7 minutes.
  • Flip and finish: Flip the patties and cook another 5–7 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Thicker patties may need an extra minute.
  • Toast buns (optional): Remove burgers and quickly toast buns in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 1–2 minutes.
  • Assemble: Add burgers to buns with lettuce, tomato, onion, and your favorite sauce. For a lighter option, use lettuce wraps or serve over a salad.
  • Serve: Pair with sweet potato fries, a simple slaw, or roasted veggies for a balanced meal.