Description
These Pizza Burgers combine smoky turkey bacon and creamy plant-based cheese with juicy turkey patties and fresh toppings for a deliciously satisfying meal. Easy to prepare and customizable, they bring the classic flavors of pizza to your burger with wholesome ingredients perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 4 slices plant-based cheese
- 4 whole wheat buns
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Natural gelling agent (as needed)
For Toppings & Flavor
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (natural)
- Fresh basil leaves, as desired
- 1 tsp onion powder (natural)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (natural)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Patties: In a bowl, combine ground turkey, natural garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until evenly combined. If needed, add a touch of natural gelling agent to bind the mixture. Shape into four equal patties.
- Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Lightly cook the smoked turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Cook the Patties: In the same skillet, add olive oil and cook the turkey patties over medium heat for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden brown. Near the end, spread a layer of pizza sauce on each patty, add a slice of plant-based cheese, and top with a couple of fresh basil leaves. Allow the cheese to melt gently.
- Toast the Buns: Split the whole wheat buns and toast them lightly in the skillet or toaster until warm and slightly crispy.
- Assemble Your Pizza Burgers: Place each patty on the toasted bun bottoms. Top with crispy smoked turkey bacon, a spoonful of extra pizza sauce if desired, then place the bun tops on. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make all patties the same size to ensure even cooking and stacking.
- Avoid overcrowding the skillet; cook patties in batches if necessary for a proper sear.
- Add plant-based cheese near the end of cooking to let it melt without burning.
- Allow patties to rest for a couple of minutes before assembling to retain juices.
- Add fresh basil just before serving to keep its vibrant aroma and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Pizza Burgers, turkey burgers, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, easy dinner, fusion recipe
