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Better Burgers

This better burger is made with ground turkey breast. Serve it with a tomato slice and spinach on an English muffin and you've got a great meal with extra nutrients.

Type: Poultry, Turkey
Courses: Main Course
Serves: 4 people

Recipe Ingredients

1 lb 454g / 16ozGround lean turkey breast
1/4 lb 113g / 4ozOnion - minced (small)
2 tablespoons 30mlChopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon 1.3mlDried basil
1/4 teaspoon 1.3mlDried oregano
1/4 teaspoon 1.3mlSalt
1/8 teaspoon 0.6mlFreshly-ground white pepper
1   Egg - lightly beaten
1 tablespoon 15mlAll-purpose flour
2 tablespoons 30mlGrated Parmesan cheese

Recipe Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine the turkey, onion, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper until well blended. With a fork, blend in the egg and flour. Shape the mixture into 4 burgers, about 1/2-inch thick.

Spray a medium skillet with nonstick cooking spray; heat. Cook the burgers, turning occasionally until fully cooked, about 5 to 7 minutes. Sprinkle each burger with 1/2 tablespoon cheese before serving.

This recipe yields 4 servings. Serving size: 1 burger.

Exchanges Per Serving: 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 169; Calories from Fat 45; Fat 5g; Saturated Fat 1g; Cholesterol 114mg; Sodium 277mg; Carbohydrates 2g; Dietary Fiber 0g; Sugars 1g; Protein 28g.

Source:
American Diabetes Association at http://www.diabetes.org

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