Tex Mex Burgers
Sink your teeth into these bold and flavorful Tex Mex Burgers, a zesty twist on the classic cookout staple. Featuring juicy ground beef seasoned with smoky paprika, cumin, and chili powder, these patties are a fiesta of spices grilled to perfection. Topped with creamy Monterey Jack cheese, tangy lime-kissed mashed avocado, and a dollop of vibrant salsa, each bite delivers a satisfying balance of heat and creaminess. Toasted buns and optional jalapeño slices add the perfect finishing touches, making these burgers ideal for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners with a Tex-Mex flair. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes and bursting with crave-worthy flavors, these burgers will elevate your burger game like never before!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 pieces hamburger buns
- 4 slices Monterey Jack cheese slices
- 1 large avocado
- 1 medium lime
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (optional)
- 0.5 cup salsa (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 0.25 cup jalapeño slices (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties, about 3/4 inch thick.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Drizzle olive oil to coat the cooking surface.
Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Monterey Jack cheese on each patty to melt.
While the burgers cook, slice the avocado and mash it in a small bowl with the juice of one lime and chopped cilantro (if using). Season to taste with a pinch of salt.
Toast the hamburger buns lightly in the skillet or grill pan if desired.
To assemble, spread the mashed avocado onto the bottom half of each bun. Add a lettuce leaf, a cooked burger patty, and a generous spoonful of salsa. Top with jalapeño slices if desired.
Cover with the top half of the bun and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as fries or a salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2465 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.2 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.7 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 413 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 4054 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.1 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 76.9 g | 275% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 168.1 g | 336% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1071 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2712 mg | 58% | |
*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.
