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Southwestern Grilled Turkey Burgers with Pineapple Pico de Gallo

Southwestern Grilled Turkey Burgers with Pineapple Pico de Gallo


Yield: 4

Ethnicity: Southwestern
 
Meal Type: Sandwich, Wrap
 
Occasion: Tailgate, Superbowl, Halloween
 
Preparation Method: Grill, Broil
 
Product Type: Turkey Burger
 







Pineapple Pico de Gallo
1/3 Cup chopped plum tomatoes
1 Tablespoon chopped green bell peppers
1 Tablespoon minced sweet onion
2 Tablespoons fresh pineapple, peeled, cored and diced
1/2 Teaspoon minced fresh jalapeno, seeds removed
1/4 Teaspoon minced fresh garlic
2 Teaspoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Dash each salt and freshly ground pepper
2 Teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 Teaspoon olive oil
 
  1. Combine all ingredients. Cover and chill for at least 1/2 hour.
 
Turkey Burgers
2 Teaspoons chili powder
2 Teaspoons ground cumin
4 (4-Ounce) TURKEY BURGERS
4 Each whole grain roll, split
4 Large green leaf lettuce leaves, washed, dried and chilled
 
  1. Combine chili powder and cumin.
  2. Place frozen turkey burgers on preheated 350 degree F grill. Season with 1/2 teaspoon chili/cumin mixture. When “puddles of juice” form on the surface (about 3 minutes), turn burgers. Sprinkle surface with another 1/2 teaspoon chili/cumin mixture.
  3. Grill for 3 to 5 more minutes on second side or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  4. Turn burgers one more time to sear surface.
  5. OR broil frozen turkey burgers in a preheated broiler, 4 inches from the heat source, for 4 to 6 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  6. On base of roll, layer 1 lettuce leaf, cooked turkey burger and top with Pineapple Pico de Gallo. Place top of roll on sandwich and serve.

Chef: National Executive Chef for the Corporate Services Division Richard Arakelian
Restaurant: Sodexho Corporate Services




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