Tex-Mex Turkey Burgers Recipe

Name: Tex-Mex Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large lime; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears); 1 avocado, peeled and finely chopped; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided; 1 pound ground turkey; 1 (4-oz.) can chopped green chiles; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs; 6 tostada shells, warmed; Toppings: salsa verde, crumbled queso fresco; Garnish: lime wedges

Servings: persons

1 large lime
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears)
1 avocado, peeled and finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 pound ground turkey
1 (4-oz.) can chopped green chiles
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
6 tostada shells, warmed
Toppings: salsa verde, crumbled queso fresco
Garnish: lime wedges

1
Preheat grill to 350u00b0 to 400u00b0 (medium-high) heat. Grate zest from lime to equal 1 tsp. Cut lime in half, and squeeze juice from lime to equal 1 Tbsp.
2
Saute onion and garlic in hot oil in a medium skillet 1 minute. Add corn, and cook 2 to 3 minutes or just until corn begins to brown. Transfer mixture to a medium bowl. Stir in lime zest, lime juice, avocado, cilantro, and 1/2 tsp. salt.
3
Combine turkey, next 4 ingredients, and remaining 1 tsp. salt. Gently shape mixture into 6 (4-inch) patties.
4
Grill patties, covered with grill lid, 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until done. Serve on tostadas with corn mixture and desired toppings.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large lime, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Tex-Mex 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.

Tex-Mex Turkey Burgers

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