Smash Burger Turkey Baconnaise
Smash Burger Turkey Baconnaise is a delightful twist on traditional burgers, featuring juicy ground turkey paired with crispy bacon and a creamy baconnaise sauce. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it perfect for summer cookouts or cozy dinners at home. Easy to prepare and versatile, this dish will impress family and friends alike—ideal for any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 4 slices cheese (cheddar or American)
- Lettuce and tomato slices for topping
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Drain excess grease, reserving 1 tbsp of bacon fat in the skillet.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise with chopped bacon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create baconnaise.
- Season ground turkey with salt and pepper. Form into patties about half an inch thick.
- Preheat skillet or grill on high heat until smoking hot. Smash each turkey patty down firmly and cook for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- During the last minute of cooking, add cheese slices to melt.
- Spread baconnaise on toasted buns, assemble patties with lettuce and tomato, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (200g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, try incorporating herbs like thyme or rosemary into the ground turkey mixture. - Substitute ground turkey with chicken or lean beef if preferred.