Best 7 Southwest Ranch Turkey Burgers Recipes

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**Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of the Southwest with these delectable Ranch Turkey Burgers, crafted with a harmonious blend of zesty spices and tangy ranch dressing. Embark on a culinary journey that combines the bold flavors of the Southwest with the comforting taste of ranch, resulting in a juicy and flavorful burger experience. These burgers are not just any ordinary patties; they are a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. From the zesty kick of chili powder and cumin to the tangy embrace of buttermilk and mayonnaise, each bite is a celebration of culinary artistry. Whether you prefer the classic simplicity of pan-frying or the smoky allure of grilling, these versatile burgers can be cooked to perfection using your preferred method. Accompany these succulent burgers with an array of delectable toppings, such as crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and creamy avocado slices. Dive into the world of Southwest flavors and treat yourself to a taste sensation like no other.**

**Additional Burger Recipes:**

* **California Turkey Burgers:** Experience the laid-back vibes of California with these turkey burgers infused with a delightful blend of avocado, sun-dried tomatoes, and zesty lemon-herb mayonnaise.

* **Greek Turkey Burgers:** Embark on a Mediterranean adventure with these flavorful turkey burgers seasoned with aromatic oregano, savory feta cheese, and a refreshing tzatziki sauce.

* **Buffalo Turkey Burgers:** Ignite your taste buds with these fiery turkey burgers coated in a lip-smacking buffalo sauce and complemented by a cooling blue cheese dressing.

* **Hawaiian Turkey Burgers:** Transport yourself to the tropical paradise of Hawaii with these turkey burgers topped with grilled pineapple, crispy bacon, and a sweet and tangy teriyaki glaze.

* **Italian Turkey Burgers:** Experience the rustic charm of Italy with these turkey burgers infused with the vibrant flavors of basil, Parmesan cheese, and a rich tomato sauce.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC AND RANCH TURKEY BURGERS



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Garlic and ranch flavored turkey burgers are a quick and delicious recipe for families on the go.

Provided by BIGJRULES

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     Turkey

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground turkey
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 egg
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
seasoned salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Knead together the turkey, ranch mix, egg, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, and pepper in a bowl until evenly combined; divide into 4 equal portions and form into patties.
  • Cook on the preheated grill about 5 minutes per side for well done. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 130.1 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 795.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

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

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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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.

SOUTHWEST RANCH BURGERS



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Give your barbecue a little Tex-Mex flavor with Southwest Ranch Burgers. Colby Jack cheese, crispy bacon, chunky salsa and classic ranch dressing make Southwest Ranch Burgers unforgettable.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Holiday & Special Occasion Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb. lean ground beef
4 KRAFT Big Slice Colby Jack Cheese Slices
4 kaiser rolls, split, toasted
8 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cooked
1/4 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing
1/4 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa

Steps:

  • Shape meat into 4 (1/2-inch-thick) patties.
  • Cook in skillet on medium heat 5 min. on each side or until done (160°F). Top with cheese; cook 1 min. or until melted.
  • Fill rolls with cheeseburgers; top with bacon, dressing and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 1040 mg, Carbohydrate 32 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 34 g

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

SOUTHWEST BURGER



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We love burgers and have them every Saturday in summer. We also have a favorite burrito recipe. One day, we got the bright idea to combine two of our favorite recipe. Voila! Our Southwestern Burgers were created. -Tammy Fortney Deer Park, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
4 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef
3/4 pound bulk pork sausage
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
8 hamburger buns, split, toasted
8 lettuce leaves
1 large tomato, sliced
1 to 2 ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
Mayonnaise or mustard, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture; mix well. Shape into eight patties. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Top each burger with a cheese slice. , Grill 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese begins to melt. Serve on buns with the lettuce, tomato, avocado and mayonnaise or mustard if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Fat 29g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 888mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

Tips:

  • Use ground turkey breast for a leaner burger. It's lower in fat and calories than ground turkey thigh.
  • Add some chopped vegetables to the burgers, such as onion, bell pepper, or zucchini. This will add flavor and nutrients.
  • Mix in some spices, such as chili powder, cumin, or paprika. This will give the burgers a Southwestern flavor.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the ingredients. Overworking the meat will make the burgers tough.
  • Cook the burgers over medium heat. This will help prevent them from drying out.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. Leave some space between the burgers so they can cook evenly.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the burgers are cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese.

Conclusion:

These Southwest ranch turkey burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They're easy to make and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Serve them on buns with your favorite toppings, or use them in wraps or salads. Enjoy!

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