Kickin’ Jalapeño Burgers
A deliciously spicy burger gets its kick from a blend of real jalapeno peppers, Cayenne, paprika and onion. When layered with Roasted Garlic Aioli and all the fixings, you get one flavorful hamburger!
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp Kickin’ Jalapeño Seasoning
- 1 small tomato
- 1⁄4 red onion
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1⁄2 cup low-sodium sliced pickles
- 4 whole wheat burger buns
Preparation
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Lightly brush with oil.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef and seasoning. Using a fork or your hands, mix until well blended. Form into four equal patties.
- Grill patties with lid closed 3–4 min per side, until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, thinly slice tomato and onion.
- Tuck burgers into buns and top with sliced veggies, lettuce, pickles, and aioli, if desired.
Epicure Products Used
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 350, Fat 13 g (Saturated 5 g, 0.5 0 g), Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 440 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g (Fiber 5 g, Sugars 4 g), Protein 23 g.
Tips
PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM BURGERS: Brush both sides of four mushroom caps with olive oil and 2 tbsp seasoning, getting as much of the seasoning and oil in the gills as you can. Grill with lid closed until tender, about 5 min per side.
JALAPENO POPPER BURGERS: In a bowl, mix 1⁄2 cup light cream cheese and 1⁄4 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Tuck burgers into buns and top each with 1⁄2 tbsp cream cheese mix and toppings of choice.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with 2 cups leafy greens and 1 tbsp favourite Epicure Dressing.