Spicy Southwestern Turkey Burgers

Get ready to spice up your burger game with these irresistible Spicy Southwestern Turkey Burgers! Packed with bold flavors like chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, and a hint of lime zest, these lean turkey patties stay juicy and flavorful thanks to the addition of fresh cilantro, onion, and panko breadcrumbs. Perfectly seared in avocado oil and served on toasted buns, these burgers can be topped with creamy avocado slices, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and a dollop of spicy mayo for the ultimate burger experience. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy, protein-packed dinner is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing backyard barbecue.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground turkey
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 tsp Chipotle chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 0.75 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Lime zest
• 1 large Egg, beaten
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp Avocado oil (or other neutral oil)
• 4 Burger buns
• 0 Optional toppings: avocado slices, tomato, lettuce, spicy mayo

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, onion, garlic, cilantro, chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime zest. Mix well.

Step 2

Add the beaten egg and panko breadcrumbs to the mixture. Gently mix until everything is evenly incorporated, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about 1/2-inch thick. Use your thumb to make a slight indent in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil. Once hot, add the patties and cook for 5-6 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).

Step 5

Remove the patties from the heat and let them rest for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Toast the burger buns in the same skillet or on the grill if desired.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers: Place a turkey patty on the bottom of each bun and top with your choice of toppings like avocado slices, tomato, lettuce, and spicy mayo.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Spicy Southwestern Turkey Burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(927.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1549.6

Total Fat 65.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 507.0mg	0%
Sodium 3217.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 15.1g
Protein 112.2g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 321.2mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 1053.8mg	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: 38.4%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 32.1%