Description
Jalapeño Turkey Burgers are a flavorful and healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers, perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners. These juicy patties are made with lean ground turkey, vibrant jalapeños, and creamy Pepper Jack cheese, offering a delightful kick in every bite. Whether you serve them on fresh buns or as lettuce wraps, you can customize your toppings to suit any palate. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these burgers are sure to impress your guests and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup finely chopped red onion
- ½ cup finely chopped jalapeño peppers (seeds removed)
- 1 cup grated Pepper Jack cheese
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- Olive oil
- Kosher salt
- Ground cumin
- Black pepper
Instructions
- In a sauté pan over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté red onion, jalapeños, and garlic until soft (about 5 minutes). Allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled onion mixture with ground turkey, cheese, salt, cumin, and pepper. Mix gently until fully combined.
- Form the mixture into four equally sized patties and lightly coat with olive oil.
- Preheat the grill or stovetop grill pan. Grill patties for about 4 minutes per side, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot on buns or as lettuce wraps with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra heat, increase the amount of jalapeños or add cayenne pepper. Experiment with different types of cheese like cheddar or Monterey Jack.