Cheesy Mexican Turkey Burgers
Spice up burger night with these Cheesy Mexican Turkey Burgers, a flavorful and satisfying twist on a classic favorite! Made with lean ground turkey, a blend of zesty Mexican spices, and a generous helping of shredded Mexican blend cheese, these burgers are both juicy and packed with bold flavor. The addition of panko breadcrumbs and fresh cilantro ensures a tender texture and bright taste, while customizable toppings like creamy avocado slices, tangy salsa, and sour cream add vibrant layers of flavor. Ready in just under 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for your next weeknight dinner or outdoor cookout. Whether served with a side of tortilla chips or a crisp salad, these burgers are guaranteed to impress with their crave-worthy, south-of-the-border flair.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1 cup avocado slices
- 0.25 cup sliced jalapeños
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, shredded Mexican blend cheese, panko breadcrumbs, egg, chopped cilantro, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients gently yet thoroughly until fully incorporated. Avoid overmixing to ensure burgers remain tender.
Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add the olive oil to coat the surface.
Cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the burgers are golden brown.
Lightly toast the hamburger buns on the skillet or grill pan, if desired.
Assemble each burger by placing a cooked turkey patty onto the bottom half of the bun. Top with avocado slices, sliced jalapeños, a spoonful of salsa, and a dollop of sour cream.
Cover with the top half of the burger bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.4 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.7 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 647 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 4620 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.3 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 77.0 g | 275% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 187.4 g | 375% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1059 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1812 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
