Lightened-Up Turkey Burger Wraps (Printable)

Juicy turkey patties wrapped in crisp lettuce with creamy avocado ranch, offering a fresh and light meal option.

# What You Need:

→ Turkey Burgers

01 - 1.1 lb ground turkey, lean
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Avocado Ranch Dressing

10 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
11 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
12 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
16 - 1 clove garlic, minced
17 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
18 - 2 to 3 tablespoons water

→ Assembly

19 - 8 large butter lettuce leaves
20 - 1 medium tomato, sliced
21 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
22 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, onion, garlic, parsley, smoked paprika, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined without overmixing. Divide into 4 equal portions and shape into patties.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add turkey patties and cook 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Set aside to rest.
03 - In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, dill, chives, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
04 - Layer two lettuce leaves per serving. Place a turkey patty on each, then top with tomato, red onion, cucumber, and a generous spoonful of avocado ranch dressing. Fold lettuce around the burger and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Low Carb & Gluten-Free: A healthy alternative to traditional burgers without the heavy bun.
  • Protein-Packed: Each wrap delivers 29g of protein to keep you fueled.
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish.
  • Flavorful Dressing: The avocado ranch is a creamy, dairy-light revelation that beats store-bought options.
02 -
  • Lettuce Choice: Use butter lettuce or bibb lettuce leaves as they are more pliable and create a better 'cup' for the burger.
  • Consistency: When making the ranch, add water slowly to ensure the dressing is thin enough to drizzle but thick enough to stay on the burger.
  • Don't Overmix: To keep the patties tender, handle the meat as little as possible when mixing and shaping.
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