Basil Turkey Burgers with Sun Dried Tomato Mayonaisse

Here is yet another recipe from BH&G New Dieters Cookbook. Let me tell you, these recipes do NOT taste like diet food at all! They are totally scrumptious! The kids liked them too, without the special mayo on top. However, my husband and I especially liked the special mayo! I hope you all enjoy this one too.

Ingredients:
1/4 c skim milk
2 T finely chopped onion
1 T fine dry bread crumbs (I used panko b/c that is what was in my cupboard)
1 T snipped fresh basil or 1 t dried basil, crushed (I think FRESH basil is a must!!)
1/8 t salt
1/8 t pepper
12 oz ground turkey
1/4 c Dried Tomato Mayo

Directions:
In a medium mixing bowl combine the milk, onion, bread crumbs, basil, salt and pepper. Add ground trukey; mix well. Shape mixture into four 3/4 inch thick patties.

Generously spray grill with non-stick cooking spray, then place patties on grill rack for 14-18 minutes, turning once. (Or place patties on the unheated rack of a broiler pan. Broil 4 inches from the heat for 12-14 minutes)

Makes approx. 4 patties. Serve each with a dollop of sun dried tomato mayonnaise on top.

Dried Tomato Mayo Recipe:
Ingredients:
2 T snipped dried tomatoes (NOT packed in oil)
boiling water
1/3 c fat-free or light mayo

Directions:
In small mixing bowl pour enough boiling water over 2 T dried tomatoes. Let stand about 10 minutes or until tomatoes are pliable. Drain well. Stir tomatoes into 1/3 c mayo. Cover and store leftovers in the refrigerator. Makes about 1/2 cup.

*photo from BH&G

Lentil Walnut Burgers

I slightly adapted this recipe by adding some bbq sauce, but the original was found as a cooking video on YouTube. My husband taste tested them and he said they were good. I think the kids will like them, they really have the same consistency of real burgers! I also added some plain breadcrumbs and oatbran, because I didn't have enough wheat germ and I added too much milk. So, I think this is really one you can play around with. Have fun and enjoy!

Ingredients:
2 cans lentils, drained and pureed (about 4 1/2 cups)
1 c toasted walnuts, chopped fine
2 eggs, beaten
1 t oregano
2 t cumin
2 t classic yellow mustard
5-12 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, diced fine
1 - 1.5 c wheat germ
1/4 - 1/2 cup milk
2 T olive oil
1/4 c hickory bbq sauce
salt & pepper to taste

Directions:
Mix all ingredients well in a large bowl.
Form into patties.
Cook in a pan on medium heat with oil for 3-4 min on each side.
Cool completely, freeze in ziploc baggies.

Turkey Cheeseburgers

A recipe from Keli:

(makes 5-6 burgers)

Ingredients:
1 package ground turkey
1 med-size zucchini, grated
1 cup shredded cheddar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp onion powder
Whole wheat buns


Directions:
1. Heat broiler, arranging rack so that the burgers will be 2 inches from the heat.
2. In a large bowl combine all the ingredients. Mix and form into patties.
3. Spray broiler pan with Pam and cook burgers for 6 minutes on each side.
4. Serve on buns with your favorite burger toppings.