Servings: 4
Calories: 280kcal
A delicious way to serve a burger -- in a pita pocket -- with a delicious and unique topping.
Ingredients
FOR THE FIG SALSA
- 2-1/2 cups fresh figs , diced
- ½ cup yellow bell pepper , diced
- ¼ cup red onion , minced
- ½ cup dried cranberries (reduced sugar) (raisins can be substituted)
- 1 jalapeno , seeded and minced, or 2 tsp. dried red chili flakes
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp minced or grated fresh ginger
FOR THE TURKEY BURGER
- 11/2 lbs. ground turkey
- ⅓ cup fresh figs , trimmed and chopped
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup red onion , minced
- ½ tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 Tbsp fresh basil , chopped (or use 2 tsp. dried)
Instructions
- Combine salsa ingredients and chill for approximately two hours to meld flavors.
- Combine all of the burger ingredients, but do not over-mix.
- Divide into 6 portions and shape into burgers (or, these can be made into meatballs for an appetizer).
- Chill burgers or meatballs for one hour before cooking.
- Using a non-stick spray for your grill or sauté pan, spray generously and cook burgers or meatballs over medium heat for 3-5 minutes per side, depending on thickness. (Meat should register 165 degrees in the center.)
- Serve warm with fresh fig salsa in a whole wheat pita with your favorite veggies.
Spa Index Kitchen Notes
If meatballs are made, they could be served on toothpicks with the salsa as dip, or used with an arugula salad, adding Gorgonzola, feta or goat cheese if desired, and the salsa could be the dressing.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1 Burger | Calories: 280 kcal (14%)