Description
As a busy mom, I know how challenging it can be to whip up something delicious and satisfying on hectic evenings. That’s where these Southwest Turkey Burgers come into play! Juicy turkey patties seasoned with zesty southwestern spices are sure to please everyone around the dinner table. This recipe is perfect when you want to impress your loved ones without spending hours in the kitchen. The best part? You can easily customize it with fresh toppings. So, grab your ingredients and let’s dive into this flavorful culinary adventure together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 1 tsp chili powder (for the sauce)
- 1/2 tsp cumin (for the sauce)
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (for the sauce)
- Salt and pepper to taste (for the sauce)
- 4 burger buns
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 4 leaves of lettuce
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1 white onion, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, avoiding overworking the meat.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties approximately 1cm thick. Create a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging during cooking.
- Place formed patties on a plate and refrigerate for 30 minutes to help them firm up and hold their shape during cooking.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 5-7 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) and are no longer pink in the center.
- While patties cook, combine mayonnaise, lime juice, chopped cilantro, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir until well integrated.
- Place burger buns cut-side down on the grill or in a skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden brown.
- Spread southwest sauce on the bottom bun, then layer with cooked turkey patty, avocado slices, tomato, lettuce, and onion. Cap with the top bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to customize toppings based on personal taste.
- Ground turkey can be substituted with ground chicken if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg