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Jalapeno Cheddar Turkey Burgers

A simple and flavorful recipe that's sure to be a favorite.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
22 mins
Servings: 6 burgers
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Burgers:
  • 2 2 pounds ground turkey
  • ½ ½ cup finely diced onion white, red or yellow
  • ¼ ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1 1 medium jalapeño seeded and finely chopped (see note)
  • 1 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 1 teaspoon paprika sweet or smoked
  • Juice of 1/2 lime about 1/2 tablespoon or so
  • ½ to 1 ½ to 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Serving:
  • 6 6 soft hamburger buns
  • guacamole
  • Sliced cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • tomatoes
  • lettuce

Instructions

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  1. Heat a charcoal, gas or pellet grill to medium-high. If needed, oil the grates to keep the burgers from sticking.
  2. In a large bowl, mix all of the burger ingredients together until well combined.
  3. 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).
  4. 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.
  5. 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

  • Jalapeno: if you want more heat, leave the seeds and membrane in the jalapeno while chopping and add it to the meat mixture. Without the seeds and membranes, the jalapeno imparts great flavor but very little heat (my kids eat these with no problem).
  • Guacamole: for homemade guac, I dump about 2 diced avocados in a bowl and mash with the juice of half a lime, salt and pepper and a dash of garlic powder or a minced clove of fresh garlic, all of which can be adjusted to taste.

Nutrition Information

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%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6burgers

Amount Per Serving

Calories

% 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.