Best 9 Spicy Southwestern Turkey Burgers With Chili Lime Mayonnaise Recipes

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For those craving a bold and flavorful culinary experience, the spicy southwestern turkey burgers topped with a zesty chili lime mayonnaise are an absolute must-try. This unique burger recipe combines the savory flavors of the Southwest with a touch of heat and a creamy, tangy sauce. Prepare to embark on a taste adventure that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving more.

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

SPICY TURKEY BURGERS



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Spice up boring turkey burgers by creating incredible flavor with exotic spices and herbs. Enjoy on a toasted bun with desired fixings and spiced mayonnaise!

Provided by FOOD_DIVA

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds lean ground turkey
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
2 fresh green chile peppers, diced
1 medium red onion, diced
½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon ground dry mustard
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 dash Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill for high heat.
  • In a bowl, mix the ground turkey, garlic, ginger, chile peppers, red onion, cilantro, salt, soy sauce, black pepper, paprika, mustard, cumin, and Worcestershire sauce. Form the mixture into 8 burger patties.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Place turkey burgers on the grill, and cook 5 to 10 minutes per side, until well done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 83.9 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 626.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

SPICY SOUTHWESTERN TURKEY BURGERS



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WARNING: These are SPICY! But, the flavor is fantastic. If you are looking for something different....this is it! Garnish these as you would any other burger...lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, mustard or ketchup. We used a spicy chipotle pepper cheese as well - these were fantastic. The chipotle peppers and the cumin give these a really smoky flavor.

Provided by Sky Hostess

Categories     Poultry

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 lbs ground turkey
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo, minced (use a little of the sauce too!)
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup cilantro leaf, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in large bowl. Divide into four burgers and grill.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.7, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 97.9, Sodium 666.4, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.5, Protein 28.3

SPICY SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE TURKEY BURGERS RECIPE BY TASTY



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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

SOUTHWEST TURKEY BURGERS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 slices turkey bacon or turkey bacon with black pepper or applewood smoked bacon
1 1/3 pounds ground turkey breast, the average weight of 1 package
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 large shallot or 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves, optional - parsley may be substituted
1/2 small bell pepper, green, red or yellow, seeded and finely chopped
1 serrano or jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 teaspoons, 2/3 palm full, ground cumin
1 to 2 teaspoons cayenne hot sauce, several drops (recommended: Tabasco)
2 teaspoons grill seasoning blend (recommended: Montreal Steak Seasoning by McCormick)
Vegetable oil or olive oil, for drizzling
1/2 pound deli sliced pepper jack cheese
4 crusty kaiser rolls, split
1 cup sweet red pepper relish, found on condiment aisle - pepper jelly may be substituted
Red leaf lettuce
Spicy O-nuts, recipe follows

Steps:

  • Chop your garlic and veggies.
  • Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat until crisp. Wipe excess grease from pan and return skillet to heat.
  • While bacon cooks, combine turkey meat, garlic, shallot or onion, thyme, cilantro or parsley, bell pepper, serrano or jalapeno pepper, cumin, hot pepper sauce, grill seasoning or salt and pepper. Divide mixture into 4 equal mounds then form meat into patties. Drizzle patties with vegetable oil to coat. Cook in skillet over medium high heat for 5 to 6 minutes on each side. Place sliced cheese over the patties in the last 2 minutes of cooking, use 1 or 2 slices for each patty, as you like.
  • Pile cooked cheeseburgers into buns. Spread sweet relish or jelly on bun tops and set red leaf lettuce into place, using the relish or jelly as glue. Top cheeseburgers with 2 slices of cooked, crisp bacon or turkey bacon and lettluce. Then serve with tortilla chips, tossed salad and/or spicy o-nuts.

SPICY SOUTHWESTERN TURKEY BURGERS WITH CHILI LIME MAYONNAISE



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Categories     turkey     Quick & Easy

Yield 8 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 21

Turkey Burgers
Olive Oil (for cooking burgers)
1 pound ground turkey
2 egg whites
1/4 bead crumbs
2 tbsp minced garlic (if using jarred galic, use about 1/2 tbsp juice as well)
1 serrano pepper, minced
1/4 c red onion, finely chopped
1/8 c green onion, finely chopped
1/2 8 oz can black beans
1/2 8 oz can corn
juice of 1/2 lime
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Chili Lime Mayonnaise
1/2 cup mayonnaisse
juice of 1 lime
2 tsp red chili powder
1 tsp garlic (minced)
AND/OR
1/2 tsp garlic juice
1 tsp paprika

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients (except olive oil) in a bowl. Mix with hands for best results and pat out into patties. Heat oil in frying pan. Add burger patties to pan. Cook for approximately 5-7 minutes per side on medium-high to high heat until meat is completely cooked. Burgers will probably blacken a bit on the outside. For the chili lime mayonnaise, combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Chill for at least 30 minutes, if desired. Burgers can be eaten on a bun or by themselves, dipped in mayonnaise.

SOUTHWEST TURKEY BURGERS



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Most of the turkey burgers that I have had were overcooked and flavorless. This recipe was inspired by some friends of ours that put a Southwest spin on the burger. With a few tweaks these Southwest turkey burgers have become a staple recipe in our house. The patty is flavorful and plays well with some creamy guacamole and spicy salsa.

Provided by Aaron Liebold

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds ground turkey
2 large eggs, beaten
¼ cup diced yellow onion
¼ cup plain dry bread crumbs
4 tablespoons garlic-infused olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons seeded and diced fresh jalapeno peppers
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 each whole wheat hamburger buns, toasted
½ cup guacamole
½ cup salsa

Steps:

  • Combine turkey, eggs, onion, bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons oil, jalapenos, Worcestershire, mustard, paprika, chili powder, and cumin in a bowl. Form into 8 patties. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Heat remaining olive oil in a saute pan over medium to medium-high heat. Place patties in the hot pan and cover partially to help retain moisture, but not so much that the patties braise (boil). Cook until browned and halfway cooked through, about 4 minutes. Continue to cook until no longer pink and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 3 minutes more.
  • Serve patties on toasted buns with guacamole and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 130.3 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 555.6 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

SOUTHWEST TURKEY BURGERS



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I made these turkey burgers with corn, green chilies and taco spice for my parents. They originally weren't sold on an untraditional burger, but they absolutely loved them! People gobble up these burgers every time. -Katie Ring, Menasha, WI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium taco seasoning
1 pound lean ground turkey
4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
6 wedges The Laughing Cow queso fresco chipotle cheese, halved
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Mix first 4 ingredients. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into six 1/2-in.-thick patties., In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat. Cook burgers in batches, adding more oil as needed, until a thermometer reads 165°, 4-6 minutes per side. Keep warm., Meanwhile, place buns on a baking sheet, cut side up. Broil 3-4 in. from heat until toasted, about 30 seconds. Spread tops with cheese. Serve burgers in buns with lettuce, if desired.Freeze option: Place uncooked patties on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; cover and freeze until firm. Remove from pan and transfer to a large freezer container; return to freezer. To use, cook frozen patties in a nonstick skillet in 2 tsp. oil over medium-low heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 6-8 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 796mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST TURKEY BURGERS



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Categories     turkey     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Cilantro     Tortillas     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 ounces ground turkey
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chilies
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 9- to 10-inch flour tortillas
4 tablespoons purchased guacamole
Purchased fresh salsa

Steps:

  • Gently mix turkey, 1/2 cup green onions, 4 tablespoons cilantro, chipotle chilies, and cumin in medium bowl. Form into two 7-inch-long by 21/2-inch-wide patties. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Grill burgers until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Wrap tortillas in foil; grill until heated through. Unwrap tortillas; transfer to 2 plates. Spread 2 tablespoons guacamole down center of each tortilla. Place burgers atop guacamole. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons green onions and 2 tablespoons cilantro. Fold each tortilla to partially enclose burger. Serve with salsa.

SPICY SOUTHWEST TURKEY BURGERS WITH GARLIC AIOLI



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This is a very zesty, garlicky, and spicy turkey burger that even my husband who normally does not like turkey burgers, well he raves about them. I like to put these on toasted buns and top the burger with pepper jack cheese. To kick up the spiciness to the next level add 1/2 teaspoon cayenne. If you can find it, I highly recommend using smoked salt. It adds an awesome smoky flavor to these, I always use it.

Provided by TaterBug

Categories     Poultry

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/4 lbs lean ground turkey
3 garlic cloves, very finely chopped
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 small roasted red pepper, about 4-5 strips, diced
1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 -2 teaspoon cayenne hot sauce, several drops (recommended Tabasco)
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce or 1/2 teaspoon other pepper sauce
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon spicy mustard (optional)

Steps:

  • Chop your garlic and veggies.
  • Sauté garlic and onion in olive oil on low heat for 7-10 minutes until soft and very light golden brown.
  • Then combine turkey meat, garlic, onion, oil that you cooked garlic and onion in (very important), thyme, chipotle powder (or you could use one chipotle in adobo diced), roasted pepper, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, hot pepper sauce, or salt and pepper. Be careful not to overmix!
  • Divide mixture into 4 equal mounds then form meat into patties. Drizzle patties with a little olive oil to coat. Cook in skillet over medium high heat for 5 to 6 minutes on each side. Place sliced cheese over the patties in the last 2 minutes of cooking, use 1 or 2 slices for each patty, as you like. slather buns with Garlic Aioli.
  • If you want to decrease the heat use plain old chili powder instead of chipotle and cut it back to 1/2 teaspoon.
  • For Garlic Aioli.
  • Mince garlic very fine, I like to sprinkle mine with salt and mash it but totally optional. Mix all ingredients together in small bowl, this will taste even better if it sits a while and will keep in the fridge for almost a week.
  • Pile cooked cheeseburgers into buns. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.7, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 725.6, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.9, Protein 28.5

Tips:

  • Use lean ground turkey: This will help keep the burgers moist and prevent them from drying out.
  • Add plenty of spices: The chili powder, cumin, and paprika will give the burgers a delicious Southwestern flavor.
  • Don't overmix the meat: Overmixing can make the burgers tough.
  • Cook the burgers over medium heat: This will help prevent them from burning.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the burgers are cooked through: The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the burgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings: Some suggestions include lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, and cheese.

Conclusion:

These turkey burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They're packed with flavor and can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun weekend cookout, these turkey burgers are sure to be a hit.

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