Best 6 Mexican Inspired Turkey Burgers Recipes

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Craving a juicy, flavorful burger with a Mexican twist? Look no further! Mexican-inspired turkey burgers are a delightful fusion of classic burger elements with the vibrant spices and bold flavors of Mexican cuisine. These burgers are a great way to enjoy a healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers while still indulging in a satisfying and delicious meal. Whether you're grilling them outdoors or cooking them in a skillet, Mexican-inspired turkey burgers are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. In this article, we'll guide you through the steps of creating the ultimate Mexican-inspired turkey burger, from selecting the right ingredients to assembling the perfect burger. So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEXICAN TURKEY BURGER



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This is a simple mix for tasty and slightly spicy turkey burgers. Great meal with fries and a green salad. Easy to prep ahead of time. Fast weeknight meal. Serve with any burger toppings you like.

Provided by SIMIBURTONS

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ⅓ pounds ground turkey breast
¾ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
½ green poblano pepper, diced
1 tablespoon seasoned salt (such as Santa Maria-style)
1 tablespoon granulated onion
4 hamburger buns, split
2 avocados, mashed

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix together ground turkey, shredded cheese, poblano pepper, seasoned salt, and granulated onion in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Divide mixture into 4 portions. Roll each portion into a ball and press into a burger shape.
  • Place burgers on the preheated grill and cook, flipping once halfway through, until no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve on hamburger buns topped with mashed avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 112.5 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 47.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 1139.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

MEXICAN-INSPIRED TURKEY BURGERS



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We love burgers on the grill, but turkey burgers can be bland and beef burgers can be fatty. To create these burgers, I used a spice combination from a taco recipe and then tinkered with cheeses and different toppings. -Heather Byers, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup salsa, divided
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
3 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound extra-lean ground turkey
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
4 hamburger buns, split
1/2 cup torn curly endive
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup salsa, cheese, paprika, oregano, cumin, sugar, garlic powder, thyme, salt and cayenne. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into four burgers., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear., In a small bowl, combine sour cream and remaining salsa. Place burgers on buns; top with endive, tomato and sour cream mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEXICAN TURKEY BURGERS



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Mexican Turkey Burgers are a flavorful alternative to ground beef burgers.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground turkey
1 tablespoon Taco Seasoning
1/3 cup onion diced small
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons Tobasco Chipotle sauce
2 tablespoons Mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine ground turkey, taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and cumin. Mix until well blended.
  • Heat a large skillet on medium heat. Add enough olive oil to coat the pan.
  • Form 4 patties with the seasoned meat.
  • Place burgers in the heated pan. They will take 5 to 6 minutes on each side. If you would like to add cheese, add the cheese a minute or two before the burger is fully cooked.
  • In a small bowl combine the chipotle sauce and mayonnaise. Mix until well blended. Let rest five minutes before using.
  • If you are using hamburger buns toast them by placing under a broiler and browning the buns.
  • Place some Chipotle mayonnaise onto the bun, add the turkey burger, top with pico de gallo.
  • Serve with steamed veggies or even re-fried beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 735 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MEXICAN TURKEY BURGERS



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Inspired by Mexican tortillas, American burgers, and delicious breadcrumb coatings, I created this recipe. The whole family loves it, and whoever gets this recipe in hand passes it on. So I thought it was time to share it with you.

Provided by Daniel den Hoed

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup salsa
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 pound ground turkey
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
⅓ cup dry bread crumbs
6 (10 inch) flour tortillas
6 tablespoons sour cream
2 cups shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Coat a medium baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion, green pepper, and garlic 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and cool slightly.
  • In a small bowl, mix the salsa and 1/2 the corn. In a large bowl, mix the onion mixture with the turkey, taco seasoning, and 2 tablespoons of the salsa mixture. Divide into 6 patties, and press into the breadcrumbs to lightly coat on all sides. Arrange coated patties in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake the patties 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Drain any liquid from the dish, turn patties, and spread with the remaining salsa mixture. Continue baking 10 minutes, to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F (75 degrees C).
  • Warm the tortillas in the microwave, about 30 seconds on High. Wrap the cooked turkey patties in the warmed tortillas with sour cream and lettuce. Sprinkle with remaining corn to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.7 calories, Carbohydrate 64.5 g, Cholesterol 62.2 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 1445.2 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

CHEESE-STUFFED TURKEY BURGERS



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Heat up the grill for this zesty Mexican-inspired meal! Turkey burgers packed with jalapeño chilies, salsa and Monterey Jack cheese - made ready in just 30 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds ground turkey breast
1 to 2 jalapeño chilies, seeded and chopped
1 cup diced Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeño peppers
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups thick-and-chunky salsa
12 hamburger buns, split and toasted
12 tomato slices
Additional salsa, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat coals or gas grill. Mix turkey, chilies, cheese, pepper and 1 1/2 cups salsa. Shape mixture into 12 patties, each about 3/4 inch thick.
  • Cover and grill patties 4 to 6 inches from medium heat 12 to 15 minutes or until no longer pink in center. Serve on buns with tomato slices and additional salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Burer, Sodium 350 mg

SPICY SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE TURKEY BURGERS RECIPE BY TASTY



Spicy Southwestern-Style Turkey Burgers Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: ground turkey, red onion, jalapeño pepper, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, vegetable oil, sesame seed bun, shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, pepper jack cheese, avocado, mayonnaise, canned chilies in adobo, lime

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb ground turkey
⅓ cup red onion, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ½ teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for cooking
sesame seed bun
shredded lettuce
sliced tomato
pepper jack cheese
avocado
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons canned chilies in adobo
½ lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Place turkey, onion, jalapeño, and spices together in a large bowl and mix together until all the ingredients are incorporated.
  • Lightly wet your hands and use them to shape 4 circular patties about 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter.
  • Heat up about 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Cook burgers for 2 minutes on the first side, then flip, lower heat to low, and cook them for an additional 5-6 minutes. Top with pepper jack cheese during the last minute.
  • NOTE: The turkey burgers must be cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to check each patty for an internal temperature of at least 165˚F (75˚C) before removing from pan.
  • Assemble the burgers as desired with bun, chipotle mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and preferred condiments.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

  • Use ground turkey with a higher fat content (at least 85%) to ensure juicy burgers.
  • Add some finely chopped vegetables, such as onions, bell peppers, or zucchini, to the turkey mixture for extra flavor and texture.
  • Season the turkey mixture liberally with your favorite Mexican-inspired spices, such as chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and oregano, seriously.
  • Form the turkey mixture into patties that are about 1/2-inch thick and 4 inches in diameter. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to help prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
  • Cook the burgers over medium heat on a lightly oiled grill or griddle for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the burgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, and salsa.

Conclusion:

These Mexican-inspired turkey burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They are packed with flavor and can be easily customized to your liking. Serve them on toasted buns with your favorite toppings for a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will enjoy, period.

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