Grilled Mexiburgers

Fire up the grill and tantalize your taste buds with these bold and flavorful Grilled Mexiburgers! Made with juicy ground beef seasoned with cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and a zing of lime juice, these burgers bring a deliciously smoky and zesty twist to your classic barbecue favorite. Topped with melted pepper jack cheese, creamy avocado slices, fresh pico de gallo, and a kick of pickled jalapeños, each bite delivers a symphony of Tex-Mex flavors. Served on perfectly toasted buns with a slather of zesty mayo, these burgers are quick to prep, easy to grill, and guaranteed to be the star of your summer cookouts. Perfect for fans of bold, spicy, and vibrant recipes, these gourmet-style burgers are a must-try for your next backyard gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (preferably 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
• 4 slices pepper jack cheese slices
• 4 pieces burger buns
• 1 piece ripe avocado, sliced
• 0.5 cup pico de gallo
• 4 pieces romaine lettuce leaves
• 0.25 cup pickled jalapeño slices
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 375–400°F.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Mix gently until just combined; overmixing can make the burgers dense.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a burger patty about 3/4-inch thick.

Step 4

Using your thumb, press a shallow indentation into the center of each patty. This helps the patties cook evenly and prevents them from puffing up.

Step 5

Place the patties on the preheated grill. Cook for about 4–5 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for another 3–4 minutes on the second side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness (internal temperature of 160°F for medium).

Step 6

During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty. Close the grill lid to help the cheese melt.

Step 7

Toast the burger buns on the grill for about 30 seconds, until lightly golden and crisp.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers: Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise (mixed with optional hot sauce) on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a romaine lettuce leaf, the burger patty with melted cheese, avocado slices, pico de gallo, and pickled jalapeños. Finish with the top bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes and enjoy your Grilled Mexiburgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1177.2 grams (1177.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2538

Total Fat 173.50g	222%
Saturated Fat 61.50g	308%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 451mg	150%
Sodium 4510mg	196%
Total Carbohydrate 120.60g	44%
Dietary Fiber 20.50g	73%
Total Sugars 14.20g
Protein 118.40g	237%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 1090mg	84%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 2281mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.0%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 19.2%