Southwestern Burgers
Ignite your taste buds with these bold and flavorful Southwestern Burgers, a must-try for burger enthusiasts! Crafted with perfectly seasoned ground beef infused with smoky cumin, chili powder, and paprika, these juicy patties are topped with melted Pepper Jack cheese for a hint of heat. The vibrant layers of creamy avocado guacamole, zesty chipotle mayo, crunchy pickled jalapeños, crisp lettuce, and garden-fresh tomato slices make every bite an explosion of Southwestern flair. Sandwiched between perfectly toasted buns, these burgers are a quick and satisfying dinner option, ready in just 25 minutes. Whether served with sweet potato fries or a crisp salad, these handmade burgers showcase a delicious Tex-Mex twist that's sure to impress. Perfect for grilling season or a fun weeknight meal, these Southwestern Burgers bring the ultimate flavor-packed experience to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 Avocado
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 cup Chipotle mayo
- 4 Burger buns
- 4 Pepper Jack cheese slices
- 0.25 cup Pickled jalapeños
- 4 leaves Lettuce
- 4 Tomato slices
- 4 Red onion slices
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a burger patty, about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates or pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Cook the burger patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Add a slice of Pepper Jack cheese on top of each patty in the last minute of cooking to melt.
While the burgers cook, slice the avocado and mash it with lime juice in a small bowl to make a simple guacamole. Set aside.
Toast the burger buns on the grill or in the skillet for 1-2 minutes, until lightly browned.
Assemble the burgers: Spread chipotle mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Layer with lettuce, sliced tomato, a cheese-topped burger patty, red onion slices, mashed avocado, and pickled jalapeños. Top with the other half of the bun.
Serve the Southwestern Burgers immediately with your favorite sides, such as sweet potato fries or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.6 g | 317% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.8 g | 364% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 488 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 4577 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 118.3 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1104 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2248 mg | 48% | |
*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.
