1 large tomato,
seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped green sweet pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 finely chopped, seeded jalapeno peppers
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon snipped cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef
2 cups shredded lettuce
1/3 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup dairy sour cream and/or guacamole
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1. For salsa, in a
bowl combine tomato, green sweet pepper, onion, jalapeno peppers,
garlic, cilantro, and salt. Set aside 2 tablespoons of the salsa.
Cover and chill remaining salsa until serving time.
2. In another bowl combine ground beef and the 2 tablespoons
of salsa; mix well. Shape mixture into six 1/2-inch-thick oval
patties. Grill patties on an uncovered grill directly over medium
coals for 13 to 15 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer
inserted in side of patty registers 160 degrees F., turning
patties once halfway through grilling time. Arrange shredded
lettuce on individual plates. Top with burgers, remaining salsa,
and cheddar cheese. Serve with sour cream and/or guacamole.
Makes 6 servings.
To grill by indirect heat: Arrange
preheated coals around a drip pan in a covered grill. Test for
medium heat above pan. Place patties on grill over drip pan.
Cover and grill for 18 to 20 minutes or until no pink remains,
turning patties once halfway through grilling time.
Make-ahead tip: Prepare salsa; cover
and chill up to 24 hours. Use 2 tablespoons salsa for burgers.
Serve burgers with remaining salsa.
NUTRITION INFORMATION:
Nutritional facts per serving
calories: 298, total fat: 19g, saturated fat: 9g, cholesterol:
87mg, sodium: 350mg, carbohydrate: 6g, fiber: 1g, protein:
24g, vitamin A: 10%, vitamin C: 39%, calcium: 10%, iron: 16%
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