Mozzarella-Stuffed Turkey Burgers

Day # 29

Mozzarella-Stuffed Turkey Burgers

Serves 4

• 1 pound 93%-lean ground turkey
• 1/4 cup finely chopped scallions
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
• 2 tablespoons dried or fresh basil (chopped fine)
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 4-inch-square slices foccacia bread, (about 2 ounces each), toasted
• 1 Cup pizza or marinara sauce

Directions:  Place turkey, scallions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, lemon zest, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Gently combine, without over mixing, until evenly incorporated. Form into 8 thin patties about 4-inches wide and 3/8 inch thick. Combine 1/4 cup cheese and basil and place an equal amount in the center of 4 patties. Cover with the remaining patties and crimp the edges closed.

Heat 2 tsp oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, Add burgers and cook, turning once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 165°F, 8 to 10 minutes total. Meanwhile, warm the marinara on the stove. To assemble the burgers, spread 1/8 c. of pizza sauce on each toasted focaccia, top with a burger, spread another 1/8 c. of pizza sauce and 1 tablespoon of the remaining cheese on top. Serve and Enjoy!

Nutritional Facts:  299 Calories, 14 g Carbs