Burgers

It's time to start firing up the grill for the spring and summer season. This turkey burger recipe hails from Real Simple Magazine:

Ingredients
3/4 pound ground turkey
1 medium zucchini, grated
1 medium carrot, grated
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 large egg
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 slices crusty bread
4 small leaves Boston lettuce
4 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)

Directions
Heat broiler.
In a large bowl, combine the turkey, zucchini, carrot, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and egg. Form the mixture into 4 patties.
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties, turning once, until no trace of pink remains, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
Meanwhile, place the bread on a baking sheet and brush with the remaining oil. Broil until golden brown and crisp, about 1 1/2 minutes.
Transfer the bread to individual plates. Top with the lettuce leaves and burgers. If using, combine the mayonnaise and lemon juice in a small bowl and serve with the burgers.
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (optional)

Quick Tip
For extra zest, rub the bread with the cut side of a peeled, halved garlic clove immediately after removing the bread from the oven.

For many other burger recipes check out these unique twists on the classic:

Hamburgers With Lemon and Soy Sauce
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Pork Burgers
Relish Burgers
Salmon Burgers
Tofu Burgers

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