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Fajita Burgers

Torn between burgers and fajitas? Why not indulge in the best of both worlds? These Mexican-inspired burgers are absolutely mouthwatering. No buns about it!
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Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 1693.2 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounce(s) lean ground beef
  • 12 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh cilantro, divided
  • 1/2 cup(s) finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup(s) chopped scallions
  • 2 teaspoon(s) minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon(s) chili powder, preferably New Mexican
  • 1 teaspoon(s) ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) dried oregano, preferably Mexican
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 5 33/100 tablespoon(s) reduced-fat mayonnaise
  • 1/2 floz lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon(s) chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1/2 cup(s) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup(s) shredded green cabbage
  • 4 slices tomato
  • 4 thin slice red onion

Instructions
 

  • Preheat grill to medium-high.
  • Place beef, 1/4 cup cilantro, onion, scallions, garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, pepper and salt in a large bowl.
  • Gently combine, without overmixing, until evenly incorporated.
  • Form into 4 equal patties, about 1/2 inch thick and oval-shaped to match the rolls.
  • Combine the remaining 1/2 cup cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice and chipotle in a small bowl.
  • Peel the roasted peppers, halve lengthwise and remove the seeds.
  • Oil the grill rack.
  • Grill the burgers until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 165 F, about 6 minutes per side.
  • Top with cheese and cook until it is melted, about 1 minute more.
  • Assemble the burgers on toasted rolls with the chipotle mayonnaise, half a roasted pepper, cabbage, tomato and onion.

Nutrition

Calories: 1693.2kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 147.65gFat: 96.04gSaturated Fat: 31.66gCholesterol: 479.46mgSodium: 2877.6mgFiber: 14.98gSugar: 27.13g
Keyword Beef, Healthy Bytes, Low Calorie, Low Fat
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