Southwestern Burgers

Ignite your taste buds with these bold and flavorful Southwestern Burgers, a must-try for burger enthusiasts! Crafted with perfectly seasoned ground beef infused with smoky cumin, chili powder, and paprika, these juicy patties are topped with melted Pepper Jack cheese for a hint of heat. The vibrant layers of creamy avocado guacamole, zesty chipotle mayo, crunchy pickled jalapeños, crisp lettuce, and garden-fresh tomato slices make every bite an explosion of Southwestern flair. Sandwiched between perfectly toasted buns, these burgers are a quick and satisfying dinner option, ready in just 25 minutes. Whether served with sweet potato fries or a crisp salad, these handmade burgers showcase a delicious Tex-Mex twist that's sure to impress. Perfect for grilling season or a fun weeknight meal, these Southwestern Burgers bring the ultimate flavor-packed experience to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 Avocado
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.5 cup Chipotle mayo
• 4 Burger buns
• 4 Pepper Jack cheese slices
• 0.25 cup Pickled jalapeños
• 4 leaves Lettuce
• 4 Tomato slices
• 4 Red onion slices
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a burger patty, about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates or pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 4

Cook the burger patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Add a slice of Pepper Jack cheese on top of each patty in the last minute of cooking to melt.

Step 5

While the burgers cook, slice the avocado and mash it with lime juice in a small bowl to make a simple guacamole. Set aside.

Step 6

Toast the burger buns on the grill or in the skillet for 1-2 minutes, until lightly browned.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers: Spread chipotle mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Layer with lettuce, sliced tomato, a cheese-topped burger patty, red onion slices, mashed avocado, and pickled jalapeños. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve the Southwestern Burgers immediately with your favorite sides, such as sweet potato fries or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1260.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3193.1

Total Fat 247.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 487.7mg	0%
Sodium 4577.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 118.3g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 1103.9mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 2247.8mg	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: 69.7%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 15.5%