Recipe: Turkey Burgers with Cilantro Pesto for Charlie

Turkey Burgers with Cilantro Pesto
Servings: 4
Source: Recipe by The National Turkey Federation.

1 Clove garlic
1 Cup cilantro leaves washed, dried & well packed
1/4 Cup English walnuts chopped
1/4 Cup Parmesan cheese grated
1/4 Teaspoon salt
1/4 Cup olive oil
1 Pound GROUND TURKEY
1/2 onion chopped
1 jalapeno pepper seeded and minced
1/4 Cup prepared chunky salsa
1 Clove garlic minced
1/2 Teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 Teaspoon salt
4 hamburger buns split and toasted

Cilantro Pesto:
Finely chop 1 clove garlic in the food processor. Add cilantro and process thoroughly. Add walnuts, Parmesan and 1/4 teaspoon salt; continue to process. Slowly pour in oil and process well.

Turkey Burgers:
Preheat grill, using the direct heat method. Combine turkey, onion, pepper, salsa, 1 clove garlic, oregano and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Evenly divide mixture and shape into four burgers. Grill burgers over medium heat for 5-6 minutes per side until poultry is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Place cooked burgers on heated buns and top with 2 tablespoons cilantro pesto.