Tex Mex Burgers Guacamole
Get ready to elevate your burger game with these irresistible Tex-Mex Burgers topped with fresh, zesty guacamole! These juicy patties, infused with bold spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, bring a smoky kick that’s perfectly balanced by the creaminess of cheddar cheese and buttery toasted buns. The homemade guacamole, bursting with the vibrant flavors of ripe avocado, lime, cilantro, and diced tomato, adds a fresh, tangy twist to each bite. For an extra crunch, sprinkle on crispy tortilla chips, making this recipe a fiesta of flavors and textures. Perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners, these Tex-Mex Burgers are a crowd-pleasing culinary adventure that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced
- 4 cheddar cheese slices
- 4 burger buns
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 lime, juiced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup tomato, finely diced
- 0.5 tsp salt (for guacamole)
- 1 cup tortilla chips (optional, for topping or serving)
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and diced jalapeño. Mix gently until just combined. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties, slightly larger than your burger buns.
2. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates or skillet to prevent sticking.
3. Cook the burger patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and allow it to melt. Remove the patties from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes.
4. While the burgers are cooking, prepare the guacamole. In a medium-sized bowl, mash the avocados with a fork until creamy but slightly chunky. Stir in lime juice, red onion, chopped cilantro, diced tomato, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix well and set aside.
5. Lightly butter the insides of the burger buns and toast them on the grill or skillet until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
6. Assemble the burgers by placing a cooked patty on the bottom half of each bun. Generously top each patty with guacamole. If desired, add some crushed tortilla chips for extra crunch.
7. Finish the assembly by placing the top bun on each burger. Serve immediately with a side of tortilla chips or your favorite Tex-Mex sides. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3371 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 228.7 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.4 g | 417% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 478 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 4872 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.0 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.6 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 133.6 g | 267% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1239 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 3386 mg | 72% | |
*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.
