Dinner Tonight: Turkey-zucchini burgers
Grated zucchini keeps the burgers moist, while mayo helps bind and brown them.
Dinner Tonight
July 30, 2026

Turkey-Zucchini Burgers

Turkey-Zucchini Burgers
Bryan Gardner for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Barrett Washburne.

Recipe by Ali Slagle | Total time: 30 minutes

Consider this your dependable, blank-slate turkey burger that will always be juicy and well-seared no matter how you embellish it. Add ground spices, such as cumin or garlic powder; chopped herbs; or Worcestershire sauce or anchovies for umami — or leave the patty alone. With just a swipe of ketchup or mustard, it’ll hold its own. Grated zucchini keeps the burgers moist, mayonnaise helps bind and brown them, and salting only on the outside ensures that the meat stays tender. (For a cheeseburger, drape sliced cheese on the patties during the last 2 minutes of cooking and cover the pan.)

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