Acapulco Golden Burgers Recipe

Juicy and flavorful Acapulco Golden Turkey Burgers! These lightened-up burgers are bursting with fresh taste, thanks to zesty salsa and a hint of chili. Made with lean ground turkey, reduced-fat cheddar, and fat-free sour cream, they're a guilt-free indulgence perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun weekend barbecue. Get ready for a taste of sunshine!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 318 kcal
Protein 43g
Rating 4.7 (9 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Acapulco Golden Burgers

  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs
  • 10 tablespoons chunky salsa
  • 1 teaspoon chili seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
  • 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
  • 6 hamburger buns
  • 3 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
  • olive oil cooking spray

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How to Make Acapulco Golden Burgers

  1. In a large bowl, gently combine 1 pound ground turkey, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup salsa, 1 teaspoon chili seasoning, 1 tablespoon parsley flakes, and 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese.
  2. Using a 1/3 cup measuring cup, form the mixture into 6 evenly sized patties.
  3. Lightly spray a large skillet with olive oil cooking spray. Cook the patties over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and browned. Alternatively, grill the patties for the same amount of time.
  4. To assemble each burger, place a cooked patty on a bun. Top with 1 tablespoon salsa and 1/2 tablespoon fat-free sour cream. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

13g

Carbs

11g