Jalapeno Cheddar Turkey Burgers
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
22 mins
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Servings
6 burgers
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Jalapeno Cheddar Turkey Burgers
Description
This recipe incorporates finely diced jalapenos (seeds removed for mild heat or included for spiciness), fresh onions, cilantro, garlic, and seasonings such as cumin and paprika into ground turkey. Lime juice adds brightness while shredded sharp cheddar provides rich, melted pockets of cheese inside the patties. The mixture is shaped into patties then grilled over medium-high heat to an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring doneness and juiciness.
Resting the patties briefly after grilling helps juices redistribute. These burgers are served on soft buns with optional toppings such as guacamole made from mashed avocado with lime and seasoning, lettuce, and sliced tomato, complementing the spicy and savory profile. The flavors meld well to create a bold yet balanced turkey burger variation.
The recipe allows adjusting the jalapeno heat level by keeping or discarding seeds and membranes. Homemade guacamole can be used to add freshness and creaminess as a topping.
Ingredients
Burgers:
- 2 pounds ground turkey
- ½ cup onion white, red or yellow, finely diced
- ¼ cup cilantro finely chopped, fresh
- 2 garlic finely minced, cloves
- 1 jalapeño medium, seeded and finely chopped, see note
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon paprika sweet or smoked
- lime about 1/2 tablespoon or so, juice of 1/2 lime
- ½ to 1 to 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded sharp
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Serving:
- 6 hamburger buns soft
- guacamole
- cheddar cheese sliced or Monterey Jack
- tomato
- lettuce
Instructions
- Heat a charcoal, gas or pellet grill to medium-high. If needed, oil the grates to keep the burgers from sticking.
- In a large bowl, mix all of the burger ingredients together until well combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into about 6 burger patties (you can do more or less than this depending on what size you want them and/or how big the buns are that you'll be serving them with).
- Grill the turkey burgers for 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the burgers reads 165 degrees F.
- Remove from the grill, tent with foil, and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving. Serve on buns with guacamole, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese slices, etc.
Notes
- Leaving seeds and membranes in the jalapeno increases the spice; removing them keeps heat mild but retains flavor.
- For homemade guacamole, mash diced avocados with lime juice, salt, pepper, and optional garlic to taste.
- Use a thermometer to verify turkey burgers reach 165°F internally for safe consumption.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 216kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 93mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 525mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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