Description
Jalapeño Turkey Burgers are a vibrant, flavorful twist on traditional burgers that perfectly capture the essence of summer grilling. These juicy turkey patties are blended with spicy jalapeños and creamy Pepper Jack cheese, making them a delectable option for backyard barbecues or casual dinners. Not only are they easy to prepare, but they also offer a healthier alternative to beef without compromising on taste. Whether served on toasted buns or wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves, these burgers promise to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ½ cup finely chopped jalapeño peppers (seeds removed)
- 1 cup grated Pepper Jack cheese
- 1 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- Olive oil for cooking
- Kosher salt and ground cumin for seasoning
Instructions
- In a medium-large sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, jalapeños, and garlic, sautéing until the onions are soft (about 5 minutes). Let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled onion mixture with ground turkey, cheese, salt, cumin, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Form the mixture into four patties and lightly coat them with olive oil.
- Grill patties for about 4 minutes per side or until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Allow the burgers to rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg