Mozzarella-Stuffed Turkey Burgers |
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Prep Time: 45 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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EatingWell Ingredients:
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil |
1 small onion, finely chopped |
4 garlic cloves, minced |
2 cups chopped plum tomatoes, with juices |
6 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and finely chopped |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil |
1 lb ground turkey (93% lean) |
1/4 cup finely chopped scallion |
2 teaspoons minced garlic |
2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce |
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest |
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano |
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided |
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil |
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil |
4 slices focaccia bread, toasted (4-inch square slices, about 2 ounces each) |
Directions:
1. Marinara-heat oil in medium saucepan over medium heat; add onion and garlic; cover and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Stir in fresh tomatoes and any juices, sun-dried tomatoes, salt and pepper; bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes have broken down, 8-10 minutes.
3. Stir in basil and remove from the heat; transfer to a food processor and pulse to form a coarse-textured sauce.
4. Return to the pan and set aside.
5. Burgers-place turkey, scallions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, lemon zest, oregano, pepper, and salt in a large bowl.
6. Gently combine, without overmixing, until evenly incorporated.
7. Form into 8 thin patties about 4 inches wide and 3/8 inch thick.
8. Combine 1/4 cup cheese and basil and place an equal amount in the center of 4 patties.
9. Cover with the remaining patties and crimp the edges closed.
10. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
11. Add burgers and cook, turning once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center reads 165°, 8-10 minutes.
12. Reheat the marinara on the stove.
13. To assemble the burgers, spread 3 tablespoons marinara on each toasted focaccia, top with a burger, about 3 more tablespoons marinara and 1 tablespoon remaining cheese.
14. 300 calories, 15 g fat, 14 g carb, 2 g fiber.
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