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Southwestern Chipotle Burger with Chipotle Mayonnaise and Pico de Gallo

Tired of traditional burgers? Try this grilled southwestern twist!
Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time45 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chipotle Burger Recipe
Servings: 1
Calories: 590kcal

Ingredients

Chipotle Mayonnaise

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce, puréed
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Pico de Gallo

  • 2 cups Roma tomatoes, 1/4" diced
  • 1/2 cup white onion, 1/4" diced
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon jalapeño, minced very fine with the seeds
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Southwest Burger

  • 1 6 oz. Omaha Steaks Burger
  • Southwest chipotle seasoning to taste
  • 1 whole wheat bun
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle mayonnaise
  • 2 tabelspoons pico de Gallo
  • 1/4 avocado, sliced

Instructions

Chipotle Mayonnaise

  • Add mayonnaise, chopped garlic, puréed chipotle chile in adobo sauce, freshly squeezed lime juice, and kosher salt to a medium bowl and combine until well incorporated.
  • Chef’s Note: Makes about 8 servings and can be stored inrefrigerator for up to 1 week.

Pico de Gallo

  • Add diced Roma tomatoes, diced white onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño with seeds, freshly squeezed lime juice, and kosher salt to a medium bowl and combine until well incorporated.
  • Chef’s Note: Makes about 3 cups.

Southwest Burger

  • Season burger with your favorite Southwest chipotle seasoning.
  • Grill, broil, air-fry, or pan-fry burger until internal temperature reaches 160degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Slice bun in half and toast on grill or broiler.
  • Spread 1 tablespoon of chipotle mayonnaise on each half of bun.
  • Place cooked burger on bun and top with pico de gallo and avocado slices. Place remaining bun on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 590kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 24g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 1880mg | Fiber: 7g