The Diversity and Inclusion Committee delivers something “New and Tasty” for our ongoing initiative!  We’re pleased to feature our next recipe for June selected by Dr. Brenda Acosta.   

BLT Turkey Burgers

Prep Time :30 mins – Total Time: 40 mins

INGREDIENTS 

• 12 oz. bacon
• 2 tsp. sriracha
• 5 Tbsp. mayonnaise
• 1 20-ounce package frozen sweet potato fries
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 tsp. chili powder
• 1 lb. lean ground turkey
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh chives
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
• Black pepper, to taste
• 4 brioche buns
• 1 avocado, thinly sliced
• 1 to 2 beefsteak tomatoes, thinly sliced

 INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 400˚. Lay the bacon slices in an even layer on a wire rack set on a baking sheet. Bake, flipping halfway through, until lightly crisp, 12 to 15 minutes. Set aside to cool, then chop.
2. In a small bowl, combine the sriracha and 4 tablespoons mayonnaise.
3. Toss the sweet potato fries with the olive oil and chili powder on a baking sheet. Bake according to the package directions.
4. Combine the ground turkey, chopped bacon, chives, remaining 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, the salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Form into 4 patties, about ¾ inch thick.
5. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the buns cut-side down and toast until lightly golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully wipe the pan clean and add the patties to the dry pan. Cook until browned on the bottom, 5 minutes, then flip, loosely cover and cook until the center is no longer pink, 4 to 5 more minutes.
6. To assemble the burgers, place a piece of lettuce on each bottom bun. Add the turkey burgers, tomato, avocado and a spoonful of the sriracha mayo. Add the top buns and serve with the fries. 

source: https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/recipes/a60788177/blt-turkey-burgers-recipe/