Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, shredded pepper jack cheese, diced red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Step 2: Divide the turkey mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to hold the guacamole later.
- Step 3: Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the turkey patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Step 4: While the patties are cooking, prepare the guacamole by mashing the ripe avocado in a bowl and mixing in lime juice, salt, and any additional desired seasonings.
- Step 5: Once the turkey patties are done cooking, remove them from the heat and fill the indentation in each patty with a generous scoop of guacamole before serving on buns with your choice of toppings.
Notes
- For optimal storage, keep any leftover stuffed burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, ensuring they stay fresh and flavorful.
- When reheating, place the burgers in a skillet over low heat with a splash of water and cover to steam them gently; this keeps the patties moist while warming through.
- Serve your Southwest turkey burgers on toasted buns with fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, and extra cilantro for a burst of flavor that complements the spicy kick.
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the turkey mixture for a delightful smoky heat that pairs beautifully with the pepper jack cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger with toppings
- Calories: 450
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 2g