Turkey burger on a bun
4 Servings
25 Minutes
385 Cals

Fire up the Grill!: Cheesy Southwestern Turkey Burger Recipe

These burgers are savory and filled with the flavors of cumin and chili powder. Combined with tangy Monterey jack cheese, these will evaporate off the dinner or picnic table!
These burgers are savory and filled with the flavors of cumin and chili powder. Combined with tangy Monterey jack cheese, these will evaporate off the dinner or picnic table!
These burgers are savory and filled with the flavors of cumin and chili powder. Combined with tangy Monterey jack cheese, these will evaporate off the dinner or picnic table!
Ingredients
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey jack cheese
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp hot smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
Instructions
Prep: 10M
Cook: 15M
Ready In: 25M
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cheese, cumin, chili powder, paprika and salt. Knead in the turkey until the mixture is well blended.
  3. Divide into 4 patties, and place on grill grate. Cover and grill for 5 minutes. Flip and grill for an additional 5 minutes, or until turkey registers 165 degrees with a meat thermometer.
  4. Top with pepper jack cheese. Cook until melted.
  5. Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.
Nutritional Info
Per Serving:
385 calories; 26g fat; 10g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 1.5g carbohydrates; 0.7g fiber; 41.8g protein; 153mg cholesterol; 668mg sodium; 0.3g sugar; 4 servings.Full nutrition guide
Nutritional Info
Per Serving:
385 calories; 26g fat; 10g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 1.5g carbohydrates; 0.7g fiber; 41.8g protein; 153mg cholesterol; 668mg sodium; 0.3g sugar; 4 servings.Full nutrition guide