Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Preparation

1. Finely chop the red onion.
2. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl until well combined.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours.
4. Split turkey mixture into 4 equal portions and form patties.
5. Cook in a heated nonstick skillet prepared with nonstick cooking spray or on a grill. Patties are done when the internal temperature reads 165° F on a meat thermometer.

Helpful hints

• Serve burgers on a bun, roll, or over salad or coleslaw (not included in nutrient analysis).
• If you don’t like the spicy heat substitute black pepper for the crushed red pepper.
• For a lower protein diet divide turkey mixture into 6 or 8 patties.