Can you guess how many turkey-bean burgers we ate when we were growing up? Zero! We’re big beef burger fans and we could eat a burger every few nights if we let ourselves. So every now and then, we lighten things up with turkey and black beans in this Mexican-inspired twist on a traditional burger. It’s about as healthy a burger as you could ask for, and it’s a real crowd-pleaser, too—even little Jack likes it! And since we usually serve this burger without the bun, we like to make our corn bread to go with it.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 6 to 8
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the turkey, beans, tortilla chips, house seasoning, chili powder, and cumin. Use your hands to form the mixture into 8 equal-size patties.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, if necessary, cook the patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until no longer pink in the middle. Transfer the patties to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together the salsa, corn, and avocado. Spoon the salsa mixture over the burgers and top with sour cream to serve.
