Honey Jalapeño Turkey Burgers with Avocado Crema Recipe
These Honey Jalapeño Turkey Burgers are a delicious twist on the classic, featuring ground turkey blended with sweet honey, smoky spices, and a spicy kick from fresh jalapeño. Served with a creamy avocado cilantro crema, they make a flavorful and healthy meal perfect for any weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Turkey Burgers
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 small yellow onion, very finely chopped or grated
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Oil for cooking
- 3-4 toasted hamburger buns
- Corn salsa for serving
Avocado Crema
- 1 large avocado, flesh removed
- 1/2 cup cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt or dairy free alternative
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the turkey patties: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, finely chopped onion, minced jalapeño, honey, smoked paprika, thyme, cumin, and salt. Using well-oiled hands, mix gently until ingredients are evenly incorporated. Form the mixture into 3 or 4 patties, creating a slight well in the center of each patty to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the turkey patties: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and there is no pink remaining in the center.
- Make the avocado crema: While the burgers cook, add the avocado flesh, cilantro, sour cream (or alternative), lime juice, and salt to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary to ensure a creamy texture. Adjust salt to taste.
- Assemble and serve: Spread a generous dollop of avocado crema on the bottom half of each toasted hamburger bun. Top with a cooked turkey burger, add corn salsa and extra cilantro if desired, then cover with the top bun. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- To reduce heat, remove all seeds from the jalapeño; for more spice leave some seeds in.
- Ground turkey should be fresh and lean for best texture and flavor.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream or use a dairy-free alternative to keep it lactose-free.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure patties are fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Corn salsa can be store-bought or homemade to add a fresh, crunchy element.
- These burgers can be grilled instead of cooked in a skillet if preferred.
