Smoked Gouda Turkey Burger
Turkey burgers topped with smoky Gouda, crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and fresh spinach, served on a crisp bed of lettuce with creamy chipotle mayo.
Ingredients
For the Turkey Burgers:
1 lb ground turkey (preferably 93% lean)
1 clove garlic, minced
½ small onion, finely grated
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp butter or tallow (for cooking)
For the Toppings:
4 slices smoked Gouda cheese
4 slices bacon, cooked until crisp
1 small onion, thinly sliced (for caramelizing)
1 Tbsp butter or tallow (for caramelizing onions)
1 cup fresh spinach leaves
4 large lettuce leaves (romaine or butter lettuce for wrapping)
For the Chipotle Mayo:
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 tsp chipotle chili powder or 1 Tbsp chipotle in adobo, finely minced
1 tsp lime juice
Salt to taste
Optional Garnish:
Extra spinach leaves
Lime wedges
Macronutrients
(per serving, serves 4)
Protein: 35g
Fat: 33g
Carbs: 4g
Preparation
In a bowl, combine ground turkey, garlic, grated onion, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form into 4 patties.
Heat butter or tallow in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4–5 minutes per side until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Top each patty with a slice of smoked Gouda and cover for 1 minute to melt. Remove from heat and set aside. Add bacon slices to the pan and cook until done
In a separate pan, melt butter or tallow over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly for 10–12 minutes until golden and caramelized.
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, chipotle chili (or chipotle powder), lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Lay out lettuce leaves on plates. Layer with spinach, the turkey burger with melted Gouda, caramelized onions, and bacon.
Drizzle with chipotle mayo and serve immediately with extra spinach or lime wedges if desired.
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