Turkey Burger Avocado Swiss (Printer-friendly)

Juicy turkey patty with creamy avocado, Swiss cheese, tomato, and lettuce on a toasted bun.

# What You'll Need:

→ Turkey Patties

01 - 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
02 - 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion
05 - 1 garlic clove, minced
06 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Toppings

09 - 4 slices Swiss cheese
10 - 1 large avocado, sliced
11 - 1 medium tomato, sliced
12 - 4 lettuce leaves

→ For Serving

13 - 4 burger buns, split and toasted
14 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional)
15 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, red onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to maintain tenderness.
02 - Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties approximately 1/2 inch thick. Make a slight indent in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
03 - Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.
04 - Place patties on the preheated surface and cook for 5-6 minutes per side. Cook until fully cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - During the final minute of cooking, place a slice of Swiss cheese on each patty. Cover with a lid to melt the cheese completely.
06 - Toast the burger buns cut side down until golden and lightly crisped.
07 - Spread mayonnaise and/or Dijon mustard on the toasted buns if desired.
08 - Layer each burger starting with lettuce on the bottom bun, followed by the turkey patty with melted cheese, avocado slices, and tomato. Top with the remaining bun half and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The creamy avocado balances perfectly with the nutty Swiss cheese
  • Turkey stays incredibly moist thanks to the breadcrumbs and Worcestershire
  • Ready in 30 minutes but tastes like it came from a restaurant
02 -
  • Turkey burgers need to reach 165°F to be safe, but removing them at 160°F lets carryover cooking finish the job without drying them out
  • The center indentation trick prevents those annoying dome-shaped patties that make toppings slide off
03 -
  • Let the patties rest for 5 minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute
  • Room temperature ingredients mix more evenly and prevent overmixing

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