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Jalapeño Turkey Burgers

Full of fragrant spices and fresh herbs, this easy summer dinner recipe will be your new grilling go to.
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Resting Time 5 mins
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 packet 85/15 ground turkey
  • 1/2 diced red onion
  • 3-4 minced cloves garlic
  • 1 small bunch cilantro
  • 1 squeeze lime juice
  • 2-3 diced jalapeños
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Dice the jalapeños, galic, red onion and cilantro.
  • Add the diced veggies to a big bowl with the ground turkey.
  • Add in all spices.
  • Form the meat mixture into 4 equal size balls.
  • Press them lightly into patties and place in freezer for 15 minutes while the grill heats up.
  • Once the grill is hot, spray with non-stick spray and place the patties on.
  • Cook on medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Flip and cook for another 5 minutes or until the internal temp reaches 165°F.
  • Let the turkey burgers rest for 5 minutes before enjoying!

Notes

Feel free to add cheese or bacon! I love these turkey burgers just plain and simple, but pepper jack cheese would be so tasty, too.
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