Better Burger with Green Olives

This is a healthy alternative to beef or pork and an interesting combination of flavors.  The olives really add to the flavor and texture of the ground turkey

Compliments of Ellie Krieger

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground turkey or beef (at least 90 percent lean)
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pitted green olives (2 ounces)
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• Cooking spray

Directions

Combine the turkey or beef, olives, parsley, cumin, and pepper in a mixing bowl and mix until well incorporated. Shape into 4 burgers.

Spray a grill pan with cooking spray and preheat over a medium-high heat or prepare an outdoor grill. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side, until cooked through. 

Serving suggestion: Serve on whole-wheat buns, garnished with slices of tomato and lettuce, with ketchup and mustard on the side.