Mozzarella-Stuffed Turkey Burgers

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4 hamburger buns

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese and parsley. Form the mixture into 8 patties.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the diced tomatoes, oregano, basil and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Place 4 of the patties on the preheated grill. Place a spoonful of the tomato sauce on top of each patty, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Top with the remaining 4 patties, pressing the edges together to seal.
4. Grill the burgers until they are cooked through and the cheese has melted, about 10 minutes per side. Split the buns and lightly toast them on the grill. Serve the burgers on the buns with the remaining tomato sauce.

Interesting Facts

• These burgers are a great way to add more lean protein to your diet.
• Ground turkey is a great source of B vitamins, iron and zinc.
• Adding cheese to the burgers will help keep them moist and flavorful.
• Tomatoes are a great source of antioxidants and vitamins A and C.