Southwestern Turkey Burger Sliders

These turkey burger sliders get seasoned with southwestern spices, topped with grilled onions, melty cheddar cheese and some mashed avocado for a great summer meal or game-day snack.

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Turkey burgers are always a great option for an easy summer meal but why not make them a little more fun by switching them to a mini burger (aka slider) form?!

If you double or even triple the recipe these also work really well for all of your fall game day parties and tailgates.

Making sliders means you can add a couple of fun sides to your meal without overindulging. Salt and vinegar chips are always one of my favorite sides when it comes to burgers but if you want something a little healthier check out this Tuscan White Bean Salad or this Watermelon, Feta & Mint Salad.

Making Sliders

We’ll start by seasoning the ground turkey with some fun southwestern flavors to make the burger patties really shine. I typically use ground turkey thigh when making turkey burgers as it gives you a little more flavor and tends to dry out less.

Once you’ve added the cilantro, onion, garlic and chipotle to the ground turkey you’ll form the mixture into smaller patties, about 3 ounces each. You’ll sprinkle on a bit of salt just before putting the burgers on the grill.

Ideally, you want to use a grill basket for the onions as it allows them to get a bit more charred, however if you don’t have one you can put them on aluminum foil. This will keep them from falling through the grill grates and causing you headaches and a messy grill.

I always toast burger buns on the grill a bit before serving. You can just add them on the grill over indirect heat while the cheese is melting. You can typically find slider buns in the bakery section of most markets.

Make-Ahead Tips

If you want to pre-prep part of this recipe you can make the burger patties the day before and wrap them in plastic wrap or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can also make them and freeze them. Just be sure to leave time for defrosting prior to grilling.

If you are looking for a few other ideas for your next party check out this Instant Pot Queso Dip or these Cheesy Black Bean Nachos.

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things you may want for this recipe

Veggie Grilling Basket – If you like to grill, purchasing one of these baskets will make your life much easier. You can grill anything from onions to green beans to peppers without worrying about pieces falling through your grill grates.

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