How to Make Mexican Turkey Burger - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to burgers, there are few things as delicious and satisfying as a perfectly seasoned and juicy turkey burger. And when you add a Mexican twist to it, you take the flavor profile to a whole new level. The Mexican turkey burger is a fusion of traditional American comfort food with the vibrant and bold flavors of Mexican cuisine, creating a burger that is not only healthy and delicious, but also packed with exciting spices and herbs.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ⅓ pounds ground turkey breast
  • ¾ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • ½ green poblano pepper, diced
  • 1 tablespoon seasoned salt (such as Santa Maria-style)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated onion
  • 4 hamburger buns, split
  • 2 avocados, mashed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 burgers

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix together ground turkey, shredded cheese, poblano pepper, seasoned salt, and granulated onion in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Divide mixture into 4 portions. Roll each portion into a ball and press into a burger shape.
  • Place burgers on the preheated grill and cook, flipping once halfway through, until no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve on hamburger buns topped with mashed avocado.
  • Nutrition

    536 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 113mg
    • Sodium: 1139mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 48g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 105mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1048mg