Teriyaki Pineapple Turkey Burgers

By marthamoo

This turkey burger is even made better topped off with a slice of pineapple and cheese. You'll love the combination of sweet and savory flavors!

Ingredients

• 1 can (20-ounce) pineapple slices
• 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
• 2 pounds ground turkey
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
• 8 whole grain hamburger buns
• 8 slices Cheddar or Monterey Jack Cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Drain pineapple; reserve 1/2 cup juice. Reserve 2 pineapple slices for snack or other use.

Stir together teriyaki sauce and reserved pineapple juice in small bowl.

Mix together turkey, ginger, bread crumbs and 1/4 cup teriyaki mixture. Shape into 8 patties.

Grill patties, brushing with remaining teriyaki mixture, until brown and cooked through.

Place pineapple slices on grill and cook until lightly golden brown.

Serve burgers on buns with cheese and pineapple.