"Better For You" Turkey Burgers with Olives

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 10 - 12 minutes

Serves: 4

Description
These burgers are light as a feather, have a rich flavor from the olives and the warmth of a popular spice in Mexican and Middle Eastern cuisine - cumin. Serve with any condiments of your choice and make sure to have lettuce and slices of tomato on hand.

Ingredients

 * 1 lb lean ground turkey (93/7 blend)
 * ½ cup chopped green olives
 * 2 tbsp chopped parsley
 * ½ tsp ground cumin
 * ¼ tsp ground black pepper

Directions

 * 1) Mix the turkey, olives, parsley, cumin and pepper together in a large bowl - use your hands here; they're the best utensils.
 * 2) Shape into 4 burgers.
 * 3) Preheat a pan over medium-high heat or preheat a grill. Cook for 5 - 6 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
 * 4) Serve with whole-wheat buns, lettuce, tomato and condiments on the side.