Teriyaki Turkey Burgers with Grilled Pineapple and Onions
These teriyaki turkey burgers are so flavorful and the grilled toppings put them over the top!
Servings: 4 burgers
Ingredients
Teriyaki Turkey Burger
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1/4 cup grated onion
- 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 buns gluten-free if needed
- 4 fresh pineapple rings
- 1 red onion cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
Avocado Spread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Teriyaki Turkey Burgers
- In a large bowl mix together the ground turkey, onion, teriyaki sauce, ginger, salt and pepper with your hands being careful not to overwork the meat. Form into 4 patties and set aside.
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Brush the pineapple rings and red onion slices with a little oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place them on the prepared grill and grill the pineapple for approximately 3 minutes per side and the onions for 4-6 minutes per side.
- While the pineapple and onions are grilling add the turkey burgers to the grill and grill for approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Toast the buns on the grill for about 1 minute if desired.
Avocado Spread
- Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Assembling
- Place the burgers on the toasted buns and spread a little more teriyaki sauce over the top. Add a pineapple ring and grilled onions to the top. Spread some of the avocado spread on the other half of the bun and serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 1burger | Calories: 636kcal | Carbohydrates: 71g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 38g