Healthy Southwest Turkey Burgers Recipe

Name: Healthy Southwest Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Lean Ground Turkey; 1/2 whole Red Onion, Divided Use; 2 Tablespoons Adobo Sauce; 1 teaspoon Salt And Pepper; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1 pinch Cumin; 2 slices Cheddar Cheese; 1 whole Tomato, Sliced; 1 whole Avocado, Sliced; 1/4 cups Sour Cream; 1/4 cups Salsa; 4 whole Hamburger Buns

Servings: persons

1 pound Lean Ground Turkey
1/2 whole Red Onion, Divided Use
2 Tablespoons Adobo Sauce
1 teaspoon Salt And Pepper
1- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 pinch Cumin
2 slices Cheddar Cheese
1 whole Tomato, Sliced
1 whole Avocado, Sliced
1/4 cups Sour Cream
1/4 cups Salsa
4 whole Hamburger Buns

1
Heat large skillet or cast iron skillet over medium high heat.
2
In a large bowl combine ground turkey, 1/4 of the red onion diced, 1-2 tablespoons of adobo sauce (depending on desired heat), salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin.
3
Mix until incorporated and form into patties.
4
Place patties into skillet and allow to cook on each side for 4-5 minutes, until burgers are cooked through and slightly firm.
5
When burgers look done, place half a piece of cheddar cheese on each patty and let cook for another minute, or until cheese is melted.
6
Dress burger with avocado, tomato, remaining red onion sliced and dollop with sour cream and salsa.
7
Serve and enjoy

586

kcal

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Lean Ground Turkey, 1/2 whole Red Onion, Divided Use, 2 Tablespoons Adobo Sauce, 1 teaspoon Salt And Pepper, and more.

Yes, Healthy Southwest Turkey Burgers falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Healthy Southwest Turkey Burgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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