California Burger Recipe

Name: California Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ripe Hass avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, and coarsely chopped; 1/2 small onion, finely diced; 1 jalapeno chile, finely diced; Juice of 1 lime; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80 percent lean) or ground turkey (90 percent lean); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil; 4 slices Monterey Jack cheese; 4 hamburger buns, split; toasted (see page 15), if desired; 1 small bunch of watercress; 4 slices ripe beefsteak tomato

Servings: persons

2 ripe Hass avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, and coarsely chopped
1/2 small onion, finely diced
1 jalapeno chile, finely diced
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (80 percent lean) or ground turkey (90 percent lean)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
4 slices Monterey Jack cheese
4 hamburger buns, split; toasted (see page 15), if desired
1 small bunch of watercress
4 slices ripe beefsteak tomato

1
To make the avocado relish, combine the avocados, onion, jalapeno, lime juice, and cilantro in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper.
2
The relish can be made up to 1 hour in advance and kept at room temperature.
3
Divide the meat into 4 equal portions (about 6 ounces each).
4
Form each portion loosely into a 3/4-inch-thick burger and make a deep depression in the center with your thumb.
5
Season both sides of each burger with salt and pepper.
6
Cook the burgers, using the oil (see page 16) and topping each one with a slice of cheese and a basting cover during the last minute of cooking (see page 21).
7
Place the burgers on the bun bottoms and top each one with a few sprigs of watercress, a slice of tomato, and a dollop of the avocado relish.
8
Cover with the bun tops and serve immediately.

634

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ripe Hass avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, and coarsely chopped, 1/2 small onion, finely diced, 1 jalapeno chile, finely diced, Juice of 1 lime, and more.

Yes, California Burger falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

California Burger

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions