Southwestern Turkey Burgers Recipe

Fire up the grill for these Southwestern Turkey Burgers! A zesty, flavorful burger recipe featuring juicy ground turkey, southwest spices, and topped with melted cheese. Serve on toasted buns with your favorite condiments and alongside savory sweet potato fries for a complete and satisfying meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun weekend BBQ.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 420.6 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Southwestern Turkey Burgers

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How to Make Southwestern Turkey Burgers

  1. In a large bowl, gently combine 1.5 lbs ground turkey, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional), 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp onion powder, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Divide the turkey mixture into 6 equal portions and gently form into patties, about 3/4 inch thick.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill the turkey burgers for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. During the last 2 minutes of grilling, top each burger with 1 slice of your favorite cheese (e.g., pepper jack, cheddar).
  5. While the burgers grill, lightly toast your burger buns.
  6. Serve the Southwestern Turkey Burgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings (e.g., lettuce, tomato, avocado, salsa) and alongside savory sweet potato fries.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

39g

Carbs

10g