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    Jalapeño-Lime Turkey Burger with Smoked Mozzarella

    Low PotassiumHigh Protein Egg-FreeNut-FreeNo ShellfishAmericanTurkeyLunchDinner
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    Serves 8 (1 serving = 1 burger)
    Active time: 30 minutes
    Total time: 45 minutes

    Nutrition Per Serving

    • Calories407 cal
    • Total Fat22 g
    • Saturated Fat7 g
    • Trans Fat0 g
    • Cholesterol94 mg
    • Sodium435 mg
    • Carbohydrates20 g
    • Protein32 g
    • Phosphorus399 mg
    • Potassium378 mg
    • Dietary Fiber0.9 g
    • Calcium273 mg

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons jalapeño,* finely diced
    • juice of 2 limes and zest** of 1 lime
    • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon French’s® Worcestershire sauce, reduced sodium
    • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 pounds ground turkey
    • 8 hamburger buns, toasted
    • 8 slices of mozzarella cheese with skim milk

    Description

    Topped with smoked mozzarella cheese, these juicy grilled turkey burgers are filled with bold flavor from tangy lime zest—and jalapeños for a hint of heat. Delish!

    Directions

    1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients plus 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Form 8 equal-sized turkey burger patties and lightly brush them with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
    2. In a large nonstick sauté pan over medium-high heat, heat half of the canola oil on medium-high (a George Foreman® grill may also be used).
    3. Cook the burgers for 5–7 minutes per side, flipping once or until an internal temperature of 165° F is reached with an instant-read thermometer.
    4. Top each burger with about 2 tablespoons of cheese and melt in a toaster oven or an oven set to broil.
    5. Serve each turkey burger on a toasted bun. (If using a George Foreman® grill, once cooked, unplug the grill and add cheese to the burger. Leave the grill open and allow the cheese to slightly melt.)