Turkey Burgers with Mint and Sun Dried Tomatoes

1½ pounds extra lean ground turkey breast
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
½ cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
½ cup plain breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper
1 large red onion, cut into ½ inch round slices
2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing the bread

Directions:

Preheat the grill.

In a large bowl combine turkey with onion, garlic, sun dried tomatoes, mint, parmesan, bread crumbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Knead with hand to mix all ingredients. Shape mixture into 4 patties about ¾ inch thick. Cover and grill patties 4 inches from medium heat for 15 to 18 minutes, turning, until no longer pink in the center. Brush the red onion slices with olive oil and grill them for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until golden brown on each side. Brush bread slices with olive oil on both sides; grill, turning, until golden brown. Serve burgers and onions between bread slices.

Serves: 4 This a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a burger.

Burger Tips:

  1. Dampen your hands with water before forming the hamburgers patties so the meat won't stick to your hands.
Don't press down on the hamburger patties with a spatula while they're grilling; you'll squeeze out all the flavorful juices.