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These grilled ground turkey burgers are topped with mozzarella cheese and tomato slices.

Italian Turkey Burgers

1 pound fresh ground turkey
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves*
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 slices mozzarella cheese
4 wholewheat hamburger buns
2 roma tomatoes, sliced

1. Prepare grill; heat until coals are ash white.
2. Meanwhile, combine ground turkey, basil, paprika, garlic, salt and pepper in medium bowl. Shape into 4 (1/4-inch thick) patties.
3. Place patties on grill. Grill, turning once, until cooked through (12 to 15 minutes). Top each burger with 1 slice cheese; continue grilling until cheese is melted (1 minute).
4. To serve, place burgers on buns; top with tomatoes.
   

Makes 4 servings

*Or substitute 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves.