Spice up your meal prep game with these delicious lime and chili turkey burgers. Zingy with a little bit of heat, they’re perfect for a summer evening barbecue. Plus, they’re low in calories and high in protein, 17g to be exact.
- What Are Turkey Burgers?
- What Turkey Mince is Best for This Recipe?
- How to Reheat Turkey Burgers
- Variations and Add-Ins
- Equipment Needed
- Lime and Chili Turkey Burgers Recipe
- FAQs
- Other Burger Recipes
What Are Turkey Burgers?
Leaner and lighter than your typical beef burger, turkey burgers are typically made from turkey mince. They’re a great barbecue alternative if you’re in the mood for something a little bit different, pairing well with all sorts of different garnishes and condiments.
Instead of going for the classic tomato, lettuce, onion, and burger sauce, you mix it up with some sliced avocado, cucumber, fresh coriander leaves, and mango chutney. Yum.
What Turkey Mince is Best for This Recipe?
It’s your choice what turkey mince you would like to use for these turkey burgers. We use turkey breast mince as it has less fat content than others. But thigh mince or mixed mince would work just as well.
How to Reheat Turkey Burgers
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the patties on a baking sheet lined with foil.
- Reheat for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Assemble your burger, and enjoy.
Variations and Add-Ins
- Change up some of the seasonings by adding cumin, coriander, paprika, or garlic powder.
- Garnish with different sauces — chipotle mayo, sriracha mayo, lime crema, and salsa verde work especially well.
- Throw in some different toppings — avocado, sliced pickled jalapenos, grilled onions, or pico de gallo.
Equipment Needed
The best thing about this recipe is that it’s incredibly easy to follow and requires minimal clean-up. The only two pieces of equipment you need are:
- Food processor
- Baking tray
Lime and Chili Turkey Burgers Recipe
Lime & Chili Turkey Burgers
- Servings
- 5 burger patties
- Prep Time
- 5 minutes
- Cook Time
- 20 minutes
- Passive Time
- 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 40 g turkey mince (2-7% fat mince)
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt & black pepper
- 1/2 red chili
- 1 tsp. garlic paste (alternatively, you can use 1 minced clove)
- 1/2 small red onion
- 1/2 lime (juice and zest)
Instructions
First, preheat oven to 350°F. Add the rolled oats to a food processor and process until finely blended.
Add the onion, chili, garlic, and lime juice and zest and process until coarsely chopped. Next, add the burger mince, salt, and pepper and pulse to combine.
Make 5 burger patties with your hands and place them onto a lined baking tray.
Bake for 15-20 minutes.
Serve with vegetables of choice. Use lettuce wraps for a low-carb version.
Nutritional info per serving:
| Calories | 147 |
|---|---|
| Total Fat | 5g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 10g |
| Sugar | 1g |
| Protein | 17g |
FAQs
Can I make these in the air fryer?
If you have an air fryer, you can by all means. Just be wary of overcooking them though, as the low-fat content can lead to the burgers becoming quite dry.
Can I freeze the patties?
Of course. If you have any leftover uncooked patties, you can place them in an airtight plastic container and store in the freezer for up to a month.
Can I smash the burgers?
If you prefer a thinner burger, you can easily make smash burgers by rolling the mixture into balls and press into thin patties using a heavy spatula.
Can the patties be made ahead of time?
Yes, you can easily make the patties ahead of time so when you want to cook them, the mixture will be ready and waiting.
Can I use chicken instead of turkey?
If you don’t have any turkey mince, chicken mince can be easily substituted in.
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