Santa Fe Fajita Burger

Get ready to spice up burger night with the bold and flavorful Santa Fe Fajita Burger! This recipe combines the smoky, well-seasoned goodness of a juicy beef patty with the vibrant flavors of sautéed bell peppers and onions, all topped with creamy, smoky chipotle mayo and gooey pepper jack cheese. Nestled on a toasted bun with fresh lettuce and tomato, this Southwest-inspired delight is a fusion of classic burger comfort and zesty fajita flair. Perfect for grilling or stovetop cooking, this quick and easy meal comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a mouthwatering choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Try this crowd-pleasing burger to elevate your dinner game with a satisfying burst of Tex-Mex excellence!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Chipotle in adobo sauce
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 4 Burger buns
• 4 slices Pepper jack cheese, sliced
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato, sliced

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Mix gently until just combined. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties, about ¾ inch thick.

Step 2

Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil, allowing it to heat until shimmering. Add the sliced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and onion to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the chipotle in adobo sauce with the mayonnaise until smooth. This will serve as the chipotle mayo for your burgers.

Step 4

Heat a separate skillet or preheat a grill over medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your desired level of doneness. During the last minute of cooking, add a slice of pepper jack cheese to each patty and allow it to melt.

Step 5

Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster oven until golden brown.

Step 6

Assemble the burgers: Spread a generous amount of chipotle mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Add a lettuce leaf and a slice of tomato. Place the burger patty with melted pepper jack cheese on top, followed by a generous heap of the sautéed peppers and onions. Finish with the top half of the bun.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Santa Fe Fajita Burger!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1403.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2719.0

Total Fat 186.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 480.0mg	0%
Sodium 4271.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.2g
Protein 119.1g	0%

Vitamin D 52.1IU	0%
Calcium 1116.2mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 2601.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.8%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 19.5%