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Monterey Jack Turkey Burgers with Avocado Salsa


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  • Author: Amy Casey
  • Total Time: 23 mins
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Loaded with warm spices and topped with a cool salsa and monterey jack cheese, these turkey burgers are the perfect patties to throw on the grill.


Ingredients

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  • for the burgers –
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 3 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey jack cheese
  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 8 burger buns

For the salsa –

  • 1/3 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 2½ cups chopped tomatoes
  • juice of ½ of a lime
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 avocado, chopped and tossed with juice of ½ of a lime
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat a grill to medium high.
  2. In a large bowl combine the first 9 ingredients. Add the ground turkey and gently combine the ingredients. Form into 8 burgers about the size of the buns. Make a small indent in the center of each burger.
  3. In a medium sized bowl, combine the salsa ingredients. Set aside.
  4. Grill the burgers for about 3 – 4 minutes per side or until the internal temperature is 165 degrees. Remove from grill. Toast the buns on the grill for 1 – 2 minutes. Place each burger on a bun and top with the salsa. Serve with tortilla chips.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Category: Main