These jalapeño turkey burgers are bound to be a huge hit at your next summer barbecue! They are packed with flavor and the spice can be adjusted to your preference.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- These delicious turkey burgers have become a summer favorite. The ingredients in the meat mixture provide so much flavor which are perfectly complemented by the guacamole and pico.
- This recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together quickly.
- The jalapeño pepper in this recipe provides extra flavor and a little kick. However, if you don't love spicy food or spicy burgers, you can adjust the spice level by omitting jalapeño seeds or reducing the amount of jalapeño you use.
Ingredient Notes
For the patties
- Lean ground turkey - if you aren't a fan of ground turkey, you can use ground beef or ground chicken instead.
- Red onion - minced
- Fresh cilantro - minced
- Jalapeño peppers - you will mince the jalapeño and add it to the ground turkey mixture. If you like spicy turkey burgers, include the jalapeno seeds. If don't like a lot of spice, omit the seeds and use less jalapeños.
- Spices: cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt
- Lime juice
For the easy guac
- Avocados
- Red onion - minced
- Cilantro - minced
- Lime juice
- Salt
Assembly of the burgers
- Burger buns
- Romaine lettuce
- Pico de gallo
- Cheese (optional) - feel free to add a slice of cheese to your jalapeno turkey burgers! Pepper jack cheese would be a great option to add a little more kick. Cheddar cheese is also a great option to make jalapeño cheddar turkey burgers.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.
Equipment You’ll Need
- Large mixing bowl
- Cutting boards and knives
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Grill or large non-stick skillet
- Medium bowl
- Meat thermometer* (optional, but highly recommended! Checking the temperature can prevent overcooking of the meat, ensuring juicy turkey burgers).
Step by Step Directions
For the full recipe instructions, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
Step 1: For the turkey burger patties:
In a large bowl, mix the ground turkey, minced red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and lime juice until well combined. Don’t over mix or the meat can become tough. We don't want tough or dry turkey burgers!
Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions. Roll a portion into a ball and form into a patty shape. You can place the patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper until you are ready to cook them.
For the grill:
Spray the grill with non-stick cooking spray. Prepare the grill to cook on medium-high heat, about 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Once hot, place the patties on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
For the stove:
Preheat a large saucepan with olive oil cooking spray over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, place the patties in the pan. Let the burgers cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the turkey has a nice sear and reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Step 2: For the guacamole
In a medium bowl, mash the avocados then add the red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Step 3: For assembling
We recommend toasting the burger buns prior to assembly to prevent the bun from becoming too soggy. You can do this in a toaster, on a pan over the stove, or in the oven depending on your preference.
Place a cooked turkey burger on the bottom half of the bun. Top the patty with guacamole, pico de gallo, and a piece of crisp romaine lettuce. Place the top half of the bun on top of the burger and enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- You can add another type of onion or chopped green onions instead of red onion if desired. It will still result in a good burger!
- If you aren't a fan of jalapeno peppers, you could add some minced bell pepper instead.
- Feel free to add additional toppings and sauces such as extra cheese, bacon, chipotle mayo, or BBQ sauce.
FAQ
We recommend storing components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator (store the cooked turkey burgers and the toppings separately).
You can also freeze the burger patties prior to cooking them. Simply wrap each individual patty in plastic wrap or between pieces of parchment paper and then place them in a Ziploc bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, pull the frozen patties out of the freezer and place them in the refrigerator overnight. Alternatively, you can thaw in cold water. Make sure the patties are in a leak-proof bag and place in a bowl of cold water, changing the water out every 30 minutes until the patties have thawed.
This burger can be gluten-free if served on a gluten-free bun. It is also dairy-free without the addition of cheese.
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Jalapeño Pepper Turkey Burgers
Ingredients
For the patties:
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- ⅓ cup minced red onion
- 2 tablespoons minced cilantro
- ½ jalapeño, minced
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
For the easy guac:
- 2 avocados
- 1 tablespoon minced cilantro
- 1 tablespoon minced red onion
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
For the burgers:
- 4 burger buns
- Romaine lettuce
- Pico de gallo
- Sliced pepper jack cheese, optional
Instructions
For the turkey burger patties:
- In a large bowl, mix the ground turkey, minced red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and lime juice until well combined. Don’t over mix or the meat can become tough. We don't want tough or dry turkey burgers!
- Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions. Roll a portion into a ball and form into a patty shape. You can place the patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper until you are ready to cook them.
For the grill:
- Spray the grill with non-stick cooking spray. Prepare the grill to cook on medium-high heat, about 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Once hot, place the patties on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
For the stove:
- Preheat a large saucepan with olive oil cooking spray over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, place the patties in the pan. Let the burgers cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the turkey has a nice sear and reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
For the guacamole:
- In a medium bowl, mash the avocados then add the red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix until well combined.
For assembling:
- We recommend toasting the burger buns prior to assembly to prevent the bun from becoming too soggy. You can do this in a toaster, on a pan over the stove, or in the oven depending on your preference.
- Place a cooked turkey burger on the bottom half of the bun. Top the patty with guacamole, pico de gallo, and a piece of crisp romaine lettuce. Place the top half of the bun on top of the burger and enjoy!
Notes
- This burger can be gluten-free if served on a gluten-free bun. It is also dairy-free without the addition of cheese.
NUTRITION
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