Turkey Caprese Sliders

The ingredients for the classic Italian salad (tomatoes, mozzarella and basil) team up with ground turkey for fresh summer sliders.

Serves: 6 Save

Ingredients (10)

  • 1 pound ground turkey (light and dark meat)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 ounce fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • 1 (1-pound) ciabatta loaf
  • Tomato slices (optional)
  • Avocado slices (optional)

Directions

  1. Combine turkey, egg, basil, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper. Mix gently. Make 12 balls. Flatten and place a slice of cheese on top of 6 burgers. Top with remaining burgers and pinch edges to seal cheese inside.
  2. Sauté or grill burgers.
  3. Cut ciabatta loaf into 6 squares. Slice each square open horizontally. Top with burger, tomatoes and avocado.