Turkey Burger with Cranberry Sauce

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A Turkey Burger with Cranberry Sauce is a modern American twist on the classic hamburger, featuring a lean ground turkey patty topped with a sweet-tart cranberry sauce. It typically includes a whole wheat bun, lettuce, tomato, and sometimes onion or cheese, with the cranberry sauce often made from whole berries, sugar, and citrus. This dish is popular in North America, especially during fall and holiday seasons when cranberries are in season.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in protein from the turkey patty, moderate in fat (especially if using lean turkey), and can be higher in carbs if the bun and cranberry sauce are sweetened. It provides key nutrients like B vitamins, selenium, and antioxidants from the cranberries, with a rough calorie ballpark of 350-450 calories per serving depending on portion sizes and ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	410 kcal
Protein	32 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Zinc	5.0 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Niacin (B3)	8.0 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Phosphorus	300 mg
Vitamin C	2 mg

Per 1 burger (approximately 198 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this burger reflects a fusion of American fast food with traditional Thanksgiving flavors, making it a festive yet casual meal. Nutritionally, cranberries add a unique antioxidant boost (like proanthocyanidins) that's not found in typical burger toppings, offering potential health benefits alongside the savory protein.