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March 27, 2017 By Nancylynn 22 Comments

Turkey Burgers with Goat Cheese and Citrus Maple Dijon

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This Turkey Burger recipe with Goat Cheese and Citrus Maple Dijon dressing makes an easy turkey burger extra special and incredibly delicious!  We like them over greens but would also be great served on a whole wheat bun with a veggie on the side!

21 Day Fix approved Turkey Burger with Warm Goat Cheese on a bed of arugula drizzled with Citrus Maple Dijon Dressing on a white plate with a fork and knife on the side, ready to dig in.

 

Confession: This is actually my first ever turkey burger recipe.

So weird, right?

I mean, turkey burgers are one of my favorite Fix approved lunches and I swear they keep me more full than other kinds of proteins.

But I guess there are so many already FIXed recipes already out there that I love, I just haven’t gotten around to putting one up of my own.

Easy Turkey Burgers topped with goat cheese cooking in a cast iron pan.

And I guess my family kind of digs beef burgers, so I end up making them more often.

Plus turkey burgers can be a little…I don’t know…high maintenance?  Compared to my no-frills beef burger (olive oil and salt are the only ingredients I use) anyway.   There’s usually more mixing and chopping involved .

But these are definitely an exception to that.  They are SO, SO simple, but the addition of the warmed goat cheese and the citrusy-maple Dijon sauce make them feel incredibly special.

Overhead photo of a glass measuring bowl with a metal whisk mixing citrus maple dijon dressing to top turkey burgers.

The idea for this one came from a Bobby Flay recipe that I saw on the Food Network…I swear he is the burger guru.  Everything I have learned about how to make a good burger came from him.

And these are no exception.

If it’s nice out, you can totally grill these outside.  But since it’s March in PA and our weather hasn’t gotten the hint that it’s spring, I made them indoors in my cast iron pan.

You could serve these burgers on FIX approved buns, but both my husband and I ate them over the arugula for a nice dose of leafy greens.  The flavor combo pairs perfectly!  If you end up using bread, be sure you count some yellow.

Either way, they won’t disappoint!  If you give them a try, be sure you let me know.  I LOVE hearing from you!

Simple and Delicious 21 Day Fix approved Turkey Burger with Warm Goat Cheese and a Citrus Maple Dijon Dressing on a white plate on a wooden surface.  Off to the side is a dark blue flowered cloth.

What do I need to make this Turkey Burger Recipe?

For the dressing you will need:

  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 T maple syrup (or sub honey)
  • 1 T fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 tsp orange zest
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • salt and pepper

To make the burgers it is so simple!  You will need:

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
  • 2/3 cup crumbly goat cheese (I used the honey goat cheese from Aldi)
  • salt and pepper

Why don’t you count the Citrus Maple Dijon dressing as an Orange container?

This dressing does not have any oil or “healthy fat”  that the orange container requires.  Most of the ingredients are “free” on the FIX.  I do count it as 1 1/2 Sweetener TSP (see below) per serving because of the maple syrup.

What is a sweetener teaspoon?

While on the 21 Day Fix/Ultimate Portion Fix Autumn gives us clear rules about what we can use our teaspoons on- oils, nut butters, mayo, and butter.  BUT in the “tea and coffee bar” section of the program materials, Autumn says you can have 1-2 tsp of things like maple syrup or honey in 1-2 cups of coffee per day.

She does not, however, count these sweeteners in her recipes.  I have begun to note it in my newer recipes because I think it’s important to keep in mind.  While there’s a little bit of gray area here, I am hoping this provides some clarification.  So, since I only use the tiniest bit of sweetener in my coffee each morning, I’m comfortable using some of the “leftover” sweetener teaspoons throughout my day.

 

Overhead photo of an easy turkey burger on a bed of arugula, with a green and black text overlay - Gluten Free | 21 Day Fix | Weight Watchers | Turkey Burgers with Goat Cheese and Citrus Maple DijonWhat can I serve with this Turkey Burger Recipe?

We love it over arugula- so yummy and a nice dose of greens!  You can also use a whole wheat bun and put a little bit of arugula right on the bun. Here are some other delicious side ideas:

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Looking for more light fare and summer favorites?  Check these out:

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Turkey Burgers with Goat Cheese and Citrus Maple Dijon [21 Day Fix | WW]

★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
  • Author: Nancylynn Sicilia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 4 burgers 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grill
  • Cuisine: American
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This Turkey Burger recipe with Goat Cheese and Citrus Maple Dijon dressing makes an easy turkey burger extra special and incredibly delicious!ย  We like them over greens but would also be great served on a whole wheat bun with a veggie on the side!


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Ingredients

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 T maple syrup (or sub honey)
  • 1 T fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 tsp orange zest
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • salt and pepper

Burger

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
  • 2/3 cup crumbly goat cheese (I used the honey goat cheese from Aldi)
  • salt and pepper
  • arugula or mixed greens

Instructions

  1. For the Citrus Maple Dijon: Whisk together in a small bowl the mustard, maple syrup, orange juice, lemon and orange zest, lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Taste and add more maple if desired.
  2. For the burgers: Preheat the grill to high or an oiled grill pan/cast iron pan to medium high. Form the meat into four, 4-ounce burgers. Sprinkle the burgers on both sides with salt and pepper. Grill until cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. During the last minutes of cooking, add goat cheese to each burger, cover the grill/pan with foil and let the cheese soften slightly, about 1 minute. Place cooked burgers on a bed of arugula and drizzle with the Maple Citrus Dijon. Enjoy!

Notes

21 Day Fix: 1 RED, 1 GREEN (arugula), 1/2 BLUE, 1.5 sweetener TSP per serving

WW Freestyle: 8 points per serving (5 points if using 99% turkey and reduced fat cheese)


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burger

Keywords: turkey burgers, burgers, grilling, gluten-free, high-protein, low-fat

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Comments

  1. Candice says

    March 27, 2017 at 5:52 pm

    How does the meat stick together in a pattie without eggs or anything?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      March 27, 2017 at 10:13 pm

      They just do! I promise ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  2. Lynda Christian says

    March 30, 2017 at 6:53 am

    Looking for gulentin free no red meats and about 1000 calories, Love green smoothies gained 70lbs broke my back, and had strerio shots and gained the weight, starting to go back to gym, and working out at home, the only time I ‘m hungry is at night after, 7:30pm. Need help. Thanks Lyn Christian

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      March 30, 2017 at 8:14 pm

      I’m not sure how to help here – have you consulted your doctor? 1000 calories seems too low!

      Reply
  3. Laura says

    March 31, 2017 at 11:01 pm

    If someone were to have a strong disdain for goat cheese, what would be a good replacement? Maybe feta?…asking for a friend ๐Ÿ˜‰

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      March 31, 2017 at 11:55 pm

      Lol! This made me laugh! Feta would work – or even a sharp cheddar!

      Reply
  4. Julie Lease says

    April 19, 2017 at 11:40 pm

    These were DELICIOUS! And so simple.

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      April 20, 2017 at 2:22 pm

      Thank you!! So happy you liked them!!

      Reply
  5. Meg says

    May 16, 2017 at 11:56 pm

    We have made this no less than 10 times. So delicious!! It’s been our go to dinner for grilling get together and everyone asks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      May 17, 2017 at 2:11 am

      That is SO awesome, Meg!! Thanks so much for sharing and making my night!! Love that you can serve such a healthy dish when you have company! <3 <3 <3

      Reply
  6. Erin says

    January 4, 2018 at 11:32 pm

    We made these tonight and they were AMAZING!! My husband said I could make this meal multiple times a week. Looking forward to leftovers for lunch tomorrow!!!

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      January 6, 2018 at 9:46 pm

      Awesome, Erin! <3 <3 <3

      Reply
  7. Melissa says

    March 4, 2018 at 3:30 am

    Is the dressing ok to store in the fridge if I want to make this for my lunches for the week?

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      March 4, 2018 at 11:36 pm

      YES! <3

      Reply
  8. Gianna says

    December 17, 2018 at 4:40 am

    I have made this recipe so many times and it is just to die for. My husband says it is his favorite meal. I like to add a half cup of chickpeas and some roasted cauliflower, but I know that isn’t strictly fix approved.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Nancylynn says

      December 17, 2018 at 1:45 pm

      Oh – that sounds delish and would totally be FIX approved! I am so happy you and your husband love this recipe…that’s just awesome! Thanks for making my day!

      Reply
  9. cathy says

    May 19, 2019 at 9:23 pm

    Do you count the dressing as an orange?

    Reply
    • Abey says

      June 16, 2019 at 3:49 pm

      I was wondering this same thing!

      Reply
      • Nancylynn says

        June 16, 2019 at 4:08 pm

        Hi ladies! Sorry this took me so long to respond to, but I actually don’t…there is no oil in the dressing, so it doesn’t give you the healthy fat that you need with an orange container. Make sense?

        Reply
  10. Liz says

    July 17, 2019 at 1:00 am

    This was delicious! My family is on the new path to healthy eating. We aren’t doing 21 day fix- but I have done it before and I felt the best when I was following that meal plan. I have to admit that I “cheated” a bit with the recipe bc my family is so fresh to healthy choices. ๐Ÿ™‚ I doubled the recipe and used 1lb very lean ground turkey and 1lb 90/10 ground sirloin. I added a dollop of plain Greek yogurt, one egg white, and some Worcestershire sauce and made 6 large patties. I loved the creaminess of the goat cheese with the flavor of the sauce. I served with confession of a fit foodie’s chickpea salad (another excellent recipe) and some breaded zucchini slices cooked in ninja foodi. Unfortunately, the cheese and honey Dijon sauce wasn’t a hit with the rest of my family, but I thought it was wonderful.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  11. Valerie says

    May 1, 2020 at 12:22 am

    This was fantastic!! Satisfied my cravings to leave winter food behind. Add on that it was super fast to pull together and had big flavours, we will be making this one again!!!

    Reply

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