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Pizza Burgers

Pizza Burgers

  • Author: Marcus
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 burgers 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This easy Pizza Burgers recipe combines juicy ground turkey patties infused with savory Italian spices, melted plant-based cheese, crispy smoky turkey bacon, and fresh basil leaves, delivering the delicious flavors of pizza packed into a tender burger bun. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these customizable burgers offer a balanced texture and mouthwatering taste everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

Meat and Patties

  • 1.5 lbs ground turkey
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (natural)
  • 1 tsp onion powder (natural)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (natural)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste (natural)
  • 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)

Toppings and Assembly

  • 6 slices plant-based cheese
  • 12 slices smoky turkey bacon
  • 6 soft burger buns (gluten-free if preferred)
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Patties: In a bowl, combine ground turkey with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, tomato paste (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Mix gently but thoroughly to avoid overworking the meat. Shape the mixture into six evenly sized patties.
  2. Cook the Turkey Bacon: While preparing the patties, cook the smoky turkey bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside on paper towels to drain excess grease.
  3. Grill or Pan-Fry the Patties: Preheat the grill or a skillet to medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side until thoroughly cooked and juices run clear. Just before finishing, place a slice of plant-based cheese on each patty and cover briefly to melt it smoothly.
  4. Assemble the Pizza Burgers: Lightly toast the burger buns to add crunch. On the bottom bun, layer the cooked patty with melted cheese, two slices of smoky turkey bacon, and fresh basil leaves. Top with the other bun half and press gently to combine all layers.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the meat to keep patties tender and juicy.
  • Cover patties during the last minute of cooking to melt the plant-based cheese perfectly.
  • Toast the buns to add texture and prevent sogginess.
  • Let patties rest a few minutes after cooking to redistribute juices.
  • Use fresh basil leaves before serving to keep flavors vibrant.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American-Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burger
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 670mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: pizza burgers, ground turkey burgers, plant-based cheese, smoky turkey bacon, Italian seasoning, quick dinner, customizable burgers

Find it online: https://tastysoulkitchen.com/pizza-burgers/