Jalapeño Cheddar Turkey Burgers
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup seeded and finely diced jalapeños (from about 1 large jalapeño)
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon tamari
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 tablespoons smoky barbecue sauce, plus more for serving
- nacho-sliced pickled jalapeños
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 brioche burger buns
- shredded iceberg lettuce
Instructions
Make the Burger Patties:
- In a large bowl, add the ground turkey, mayonnaise, diced jalapeños, red onions, cilantro, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, tamari, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined, then form into 4 equal-sized burger patties. Set aside.
Grill the Burgers:
- Preheat the grill over medium-high heat (about 400°F). Dip a wadded paper towel in neutral oil and, using tongs, wipe the oil evenly over the grates. Be careful not to use too much oil to avoid starting a flare-up—a little goes a long way here. Place the burgers on the grill and cook on one side for 5 minutes until browned and they easily lift off the grates.
- Flip the burgers, and using a pastry brush, brush about 1 tablespoon of barbecue sauce on top of each of the burgers. Cook for an additional 5 to 6 minutes until the burgers are fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Place some pickled jalapeños on top of each burger, then a slice of sharp cheddar cheese. Cover and cook until the cheese has just melted, 1 to 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes while you toast the buns.
Toast the Buns:
- Butter the cut sides of the buns and toast over medium heat until golden on the buttered side. Transfer to a platter and set aside.
Assemble the Burgers:
- Spread a layer of barbecue sauce on the bottom buns. Top with the grilled turkey burgers, then add a little extra barbecue sauce, if desired. Finish with shredded iceberg lettuce and place the top buns over everything. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 531kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Sodium: 1415mg | Potassium: 503mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 743IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 376mg | Iron: 3mg