A Healthier Burger

Last night, I made corn (see previous post) and tried out a new recipe (thanks, Joelen!) that had great reviews on a cooking board I frequent. Due to a camera failure (ok-human failure!) there is unfortunately no picture....next time I make this I will post one.

I usually find turkey burgers to be rather plain, dry and uninspired. These burgers, however, were great! I think its the cilantro that really makes them special. They couldn't be easier to make. I used extra-lean turkey and my husband commented that while he liked them, he thought they would be even better with a bit more fat so next time I will try lean ground turkey instead.

Cilantro Turkey Burgers

1 pound lean ground turkey
1 half large red onion
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt olive oil

In a bowl, grate onion. This allows it to add moisture to the turkey and even cooking.
To the grated onion, add turkey, cilantro & spices.
Combine thoroughly without over handling.
Shape into 4 patties.
Heat up grill pan or grill.
Add oil to lubricate grill pan/grill.
Cook on grill pan/grill pan until juices run clear.

A New Creation

This weekend, I created a new sandwich that quickly became a favorite!

2 slices rustic white bread
Oven Roasted turkey breast, sliced thinly
Monterey Jack cheese slices
Red onion, sliced thinly
Romaine lettuce
Garlic clove
Olive Oil
Red Wine Vinegar
Salt and pepper

Toast bread. While still warm, rub both sides liberally with a garlic clove. Layer cheese, turkey, red onion and then lettuce on one slice of the bread. On the other slice, drizzle liberally with olive oil and red wine vinegar and sprinkle on salt and pepper. Enjoy!
Serves 1