Southwest Turkey Burgers

I didn't think it was possible to find a better turkey burger then the Greek Turkey Burgers I made a few weeks ago... but I was wrong!!

I found the Southwest Turkey Burger at:

www.laurenslatest.com

They were SO GOOD and full of so much FLAVOR!!

I highly recommend this recipe!!

I am really loving the turkey burger lately!

(but I suppose if you are still unsure, or won't leave the beef behind... you could make this recipe with hamburger as well!!)

Servings: 6 medium or 4 large burgers

This picture doesn't even do the burger justice!

Here is what you will need:

• 1.25lbs. ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons butter, divided (I used olive oil!)
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/3 cup sweet corn
• 1/3 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon each of salt and pepper
• 1/2 tablespoon smoked paprika

Toppings:

• Diced avocados
• Salsa
• Tomato slices
• Cheddar cheese
• Lettuce
• Lime wedges
• 4 - 6 Hamburger buns

Place a large skillet over medium heat and melt 1/2 tablespoon butter (or use a tablespoon of olive oil).  Saute onions, red pepper, and garlic until tender. About 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in corn, black beans, salt and pepper to taste.

In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, sauteed vegetables, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, and smoke paprika.  Divide into 6 patties (or 4 large patties).

In the same large skillet the veggies were sauteed in (or a counter top grill), place over medium heat again and melt half the remaining butter (or olive oil).  Cook burgers until thoroughly cooked, about 4 minutes per side.

Serve immediately on buns, with desired toppings.

Tortilla chips and salsa or guacamole would go GREAT with this meal!

It's like a taco burger!! VERY tasty!