Spicy Arugula Tex-Mex Turkey Burger
Spicy Arugula Tex-Mex Turkey Burger
ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Handful of arugula
steps
- 1.
In a bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped red onion, minced garlic, minced jalapeno, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties.
- 2.
Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the turkey patties for 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- 3.
Meanwhile, prepare the guacamole by mashing the avocado with lime juice and chopped cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 4.
In a separate bowl, mix together diced tomato, chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, and lime juice to make the salsa. Season with salt and pepper.
- 5.
Toast burger buns slightly on the grill or in a toaster.
- 6.
Assemble the burger by placing a turkey patty on the bottom bun. Top it with a slice of pepper jack cheese, a generous dollop of guacamole, a spoonful of salsa, and a handful of arugula. Finish with the top bun.
- 7.
Serve the Spicy Arugula Tex-Mex Turkey Burgers with additional salsa on the side, if desired.
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