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Taco Turkey Burgers – Recipe

A recipe for perfect, thick, juicy turkey burgers generously seasoned with taco seasoning, topped with cheddar cheese, seared jalapenos and sliced avocado. You haven't had a turkey burger until you've had this one.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 445kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 3-4 tablespoons taco seasoning or more to taste - try our Homemade Taco Seasoning
  • 1 medium jalapeno diced
  • 1 small white onion diced
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 cupbread crumbs
  • Olive oil as needed
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese

FOR SERVING

  • 4 buns
  • Sliced avocado
  • Charred tomatoes
  • Sliced seared jalapeno peppers
  • Tortilla chips on the side

Instructions

  • Add the ground turkey, taco seasonings, diced jalapeno, onion, egg and bread crumbs to a large bowl. Hand mix, but do not overmix or the burgers can become mealy.
  • Form the burgers into 4 quarter pound patties.
  • Heat the oil in a large pan and add the burger patties. Sear a couple minutes on each side, then cover and cook until they are cooked through completely, about 10 minutes.
  • Top each with cheddar cheese and cover. Cook until the cheese is nicely melted.
  • Serve on buns and top with sliced avocado and seared jalapeno peppers, with some chips and charred tomatoes on the side.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Makes 4 burgers.

Nutrition

Calories: 445kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 132mg | Sodium: 694mg | Potassium: 417mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 580IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 224mg | Iron: 12.1mg