Turkey Guacamole Burger

Ingredients:

Guacamole Spread

• 2 avocados

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 2 jalapenos, chopped finely

• ½ white onion, chopped finely

• 1 cup cilantro, chopped finely

• Juice of one lime


Burgers

• 2 lb lean ground turkey

• 4 tsp / 20 ml ground cinnamon

• 1 tsp / 5 ml garlic powder

• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 6 whole-grain sandwich thins or 150 calorie buns

Instructions:

Guacamole Spread


ONE: Cut avocados in half. Remove the pits and scoop flesh into a medium-sized bowl.

TWO: Add garlic powder, black pepper, jalapenos, white onions, cilantro and lime juice to the bowl.

THREE: Mix all ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.

FOUR: Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

Burgers

ONE: Preheat your barbeque to medium-high heat.

TWO: Add turkey, cinnamon, garlic powder and black pepper to a large bowl.

THREE: Mix the turkey and spices with clean bare hands.

FOUR: Divide the mixture into 4 parts and shape into flat patties.

FIVE: Lightly coat the hot grill with oil and add the patties.

SIX: Grill patties for 7 to 9 minutes on each side or until cooked through.

SEVEN: Serve burgers on a lightly toasted bun with 1 Tbsp of Guacamole Spread and enjoy!