Grilled Turkey Burgers with Maple Caramelized Onions

By AuntieGooper

Ingredients

• For the Maple caramelized onions:
• 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey (lean meat)
• 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons parsley, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Olive oil for brushing
• 4 slices American cheese or cheddar
• 4 toasted sesame seed buns
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/4 tsp cayenne
• Salt
• Pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat grill to medium.

2. In a large bowl add all of the ingredients. Mix well. Make 4 6 ounce patties. Brush each side with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on hot grill. Cook for about 10-12 minutes flipping burgers once. Serve with toasted sesame seed bun.

For the Maple caramelized onions:

In a large sauté pan on low heat sweat the onions until they begin to soften. Continue to cook until they begin to caramelize and turn brown about 20-25 minutes. Add the maple syrup and cayenne. Season with salt and pepper.