Smoky Turkey Burger with Smashed Avocado and Black Bean Salsa
Prep: 10 minutes
Grill: 10 minutes • Serves: 4
1tablespoon garlic powder
2teaspoons ground cumin
2teaspoons smoked paprika
1large avocado
2teaspoons fresh lime juice
4slices Monterey Jack cheese
4hamburger buns
4bibb lettuce leaves
3/4cup jarred black bean & corn salsa
1.Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium heat. In large bowl, gently mix turkey, garlic powder, cumin and paprika until blended; do not overmix. Form mixture into four 1/2-inch-thick patties.
2.In small bowl, with fork, mash avocado and lime juice.
3.Place burgers on hot grill rack; cover and cook 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°, turning once. About 2 minutes before burgers are done, top burgers with cheese and place buns, cut side down, on hot grill rack; cook 2 minutes or until buns are toasted and cheese melts. Spread smashed avocado on bottom burger buns; serve burgers in buns topped with lettuce and salsa.
Approximate nutritional values per serving:
564 Calories, 29g Fat (10g Saturated), 120mg Cholesterol,
816mg Sodium, 34g Carbohydrates, 7g Fiber, 43g Protein