Turkey-Ricotta Burgers With Leeks and Dill Recipe
Mostly vegetarian dishes with just a touch of meaty accent.
Turkey-ricotta burgers cook up incredibly moist, with a fluffy, yielding texture and tons of flavor. [Photograph: Lauren Rothman]
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- Yield:Makes 6 medium or 5 large burgers
- Active time: 35 minutes
- Total time:35 minutes
- Rated:
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons canola or grapeseed oil, divided
- 3 large leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced and rinsed of any grit
- 2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped (about 2 teaspoons)
- 1 pound ground turkey, preferably dark meat
- 1 cup ricotta cheese, preferably whole milk
- 1/2 cup fine fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill leaves
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Buns, for serving
- Lettuce, for serving
- Mustard, mayonnaise or barbecue sauce, for serving
Directions
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1.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat until shimmering. Add leeks and cook, stirring, until translucent and tender but not browned, about 8 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes more. Season to taste with salt and pepper and set aside.
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2.
Combine turkey, ricotta, breadcrumbs, leek mixture, and dill and season generously with salt and pepper. Using your hands, mix until combined. Form mixture into 6 medium or 5 large burgers and set on a plate.
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3.
Wipe out skillet. Add remaining oil and heat over high until shimmering. Add burgers and cook for 7-8 minutes per side. Transfer burgers to a platter, tent with tin foil, and let rest for 5 minutes. Toast buns, if desired, and serve burgers with condiments and fresh lettuce.
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