Best 8 Gourmet Mexican Turkey Burgers Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Gourmet Mexican Turkey Burgers recipe. These succulent burgers are not just a healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers, but a burst of Mexican flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Crafted with ground turkey, a lean and flavorful protein, these burgers are packed with zesty Mexican seasonings and aromatic fresh herbs. The secret lies in the perfect balance of spices, including chili powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika, that infuse every bite with a vibrant and authentic Mexican flair. Cilantro, onion, and garlic add a layer of freshness and depth to the patty, while a touch of lime juice brightens up the flavors.

Accompaniments play a crucial role in elevating the burger experience. Homemade guacamole, a creamy and luscious avocado-based spread, adds a velvety texture and a rich, nutty flavor. Pico de gallo, a refreshing salsa made from tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice, brings a zesty and tangy kick. Chipotle mayonnaise, a spicy and smoky spread, adds a touch of heat and smokiness that perfectly complements the Mexican flavors.

These gourmet Mexican turkey burgers aren't just delicious; they're also incredibly versatile. Serve them on toasted buns with your favorite toppings, such as crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and creamy cheese. Enjoy them as sliders for a fun and easy party appetizer. Or, for a healthier option, pair them with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

From the tantalizing flavors of the turkey patties to the vibrant accompaniments, every element of this recipe comes together to create a culinary masterpiece that will satisfy your cravings for both flavor and health. So, get ready to embark on a taste journey to Mexico with our Gourmet Mexican Turkey Burgers!

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MEXICAN TURKEY BURGERS RECIPE



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These are the BEST Mexican Turkey Burgers. Tender, seasoned turkey burgers + crunchy slaw, fresh pico, and a creamy avocado sauce make these perfect for an easy, healthy, and delicious dinner!

Provided by Jennifer Debth

Categories     Main Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (1 pound) package Jennie-O Seasoned Turkey Burger Patties
1 cup pre-packaged coleslaw (shredded cabbage)
1 cup shredded purple cabbage
1/4 cup Cilantro (minced)
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 avocado (pitted and taken out of the flesh)
1/4 cup non fat plain greek yogurt
2 tablespoons lime
2 cloves garlic
salt (to taste)
4 burger buns
Crumbled feta or cotija

Steps:

  • Cook patties according to package directions.
  • Place coleslaw, cabbage, and cilantro into a medium sized bowl. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, and honey.
  • Toss together slaw and dressing.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.*
  • Combine all ingredients into a food processor.
  • Pulse together until smooth.
  • Season with salt, to taste and serve immediately!
  • See recipe for full directions.
  • Serve above ingredients in a bun with a sprinkle of cotija or feta and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 burger, Calories 452 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 335 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 9 g

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

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.

ACTUALLY DELICIOUS TURKEY BURGERS



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This is a simple and delicious recipe. After making them the first time my husband said 'no more' to beef burgers. These are really good - any cooking method may be used, and they freeze very well. The recipe can also be used for meatballs or meat loaves.

Provided by Trudi Davidoff

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds ground turkey
¼ cup seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup finely diced onion
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, seasoned bread crumbs, onion, egg whites, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Form into 12 patties.
  • Cook the patties in a medium skillet over medium heat, turning once, to an internal temperature of 180 degrees F (85 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 89.6 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 354.5 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CHICKEN PARMESAN BURGERS



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A restaurant-quality burger that's topped with marinara and loaded with cheese-what's not to love? Fresh basil adds even more flavor. -Brooke Petras, Alpine, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup marinara sauce, divided
1/2 cup finely chopped or shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground chicken
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat; cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup marinara sauce, chopped mozzarella cheese, bread crumbs, seasonings and onion mixture. Add chicken; mix lightly but thoroughly. With wet hands, shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties., In the same skillet, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Cook burgers until a thermometer reads 165°, 4-5 minutes on each side. Top with sliced mozzarella cheese; cook, covered, until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes., Serve in buns; top with remaining 1/2 cup marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese and, if desired, basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603 calories, Fat 33g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 1275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

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

TURKEY BURGERS



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Turkey burgers are much leaner than hamburgers, but they can be dry and dull. Moisten them by adding ketchup and a bit of grated onion to the ground turkey - or mayonnaise and a bit of mustard. The idea is to emphasize condiments, and keep the turkey moist.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     brunch, dinner, lunch, quick, appetizer, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 medium onion
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons ketchup
3/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
4 hamburger buns, preferably whole wheat
1 tablespoon canola oil, or use pan spray
Sliced tomato
Sliced onion
Iceberg lettuce
Pickles
Sliced red pepper
Ketchup and mustard

Steps:

  • Grate the onion on the fine holes of a grater. You should have about two tablespoons of grated onion (and a lot of juice, which you can discard). Place in a bowl with the ground turkey, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt and pepper. Using a fork, mix together well. Shape into four patties - the mixture will be quite moist - and press the patties into ½-inch thick rounds.
  • Heat the canola oil in a nonstick griddle or large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat. (Alternately, spray the griddle or pan with pan spray.) When you can feel the heat while holding your hand just above griddle or pan, cook the patties for five minutes on each side. Serve on buns, with the condiments of your choice.

Tips:

  • Use ground turkey that is at least 93% lean for a healthier burger.
  • Add some chopped vegetables, such as onion, bell pepper, or zucchini, to the burger mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • Season the burger mixture generously with your favorite Mexican seasonings, such as chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
  • Form the burger patties into thin patties so that they cook evenly.
  • Cook the burgers over medium heat until they are cooked through, but not dry.
  • Serve the burgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, cheese, and lettuce.

Conclusion:

Gourmet Mexican 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. Whether you are grilling them outdoors or cooking them in a skillet on the stovetop, these burgers are sure to be a hit at your next party or cookout. So next time you are looking for a tasty and nutritious burger recipe, give these Gourmet Mexican turkey burgers a try!

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