Turkey burger & homemade caesar salad

Ingredients

For the turkey patties

500 g (1 lb) ground turkey

1 large carrot (or 2 small), finely diced

1 red onion, finely diced

2 garlic cloves, minced

A pinch of cayenne pepper or other hot spice, to taste

¼ cup grated parmesan

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh basil, finely chopped

Fresh dill, finely chopped

Fresh parsley, finely chopped

¼ cup fine breadcrumbs

For assembling the burger

4 burger buns

Butter for toasting

Toppings of choice

For the homemade Caesar salad

1 head of romaine lettuce, finely chopped

For the dressing

¼ cup grated parmesan

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Juice of half a lemon

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

20 capers, finely chopped

1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

1 tablespoon mayonnaise

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix the ground turkey with the diced carrots, red onion, minced garlic, cayenne pepper, grated parmesan, salt, pepper, fresh herbs, and breadcrumbs. Stir well until everything is evenly combined. Shape into four equal-sized patties and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake the patties for about 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through for even cooking. They should be golden and juicy inside.

Meanwhile, melt a little butter in a pan and toast the burger buns until golden and slightly crispy.

To prepare the dressing, whisk together the parmesan, mustard, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, honey or maple syrup (if using), chopped capers, fresh dill, and mayonnaise in a large bowl. Add the chopped romaine lettuce and toss until well coated.

Assemble the burgers by layering a generous portion of Caesar salad, a hot turkey patty, and any additional toppings of your choice on the toasted buns. Serve immediately, with or without extra salad on the side.