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CALIFORNIA BURGER WRAPS



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I love the way these fresh flavors blend together. It's a snap to throw this together using leftover burgers for a quick, healthy lunch. The burgers can also be served on buns. -Rachelle McCalla, Batesville, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 Bibb lettuce leaves
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons Miracle Whip Light
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cut into 8 slices
1/4 cup chopped red onion
Chopped cherry tomatoes, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beef, salt and pepper, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into eight 1/2-in.-thick patties., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 3-4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 3-4 minutes on each side. Place burgers in lettuce leaves. Combine feta and Miracle Whip; spread over burgers. Top with avocado, red onion and if desired, tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CALIFORNIA TURKEY BURGER



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A big, juicy turkey burger topped with fresh avocado, thick-sliced tomato and melted cheese? Yes, please! It's no wonder thousands in L.A. agree that this burger tastes great made with turkey.

Provided by JennieO

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     JENNIE-O®

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package JENNIE-O® Ground Turkey
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 slices Havarti cheese
1 cup arugula leaves
1 large tomato, sliced
1 avocado, sliced
4 small brioche or onion roll hamburger buns, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat grill to 400 degrees F.
  • Gently combine ground turkey, salt and pepper. Shape into 4 patties.
  • Cook turkey patties as specified on the package. Always cook to well done, 165 degrees F as measured by a meat thermometer.
  • Serve burgers topped with cheese, arugula, tomato and avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 116.6 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 821.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CALIFORNIA BURGER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Yield 4 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • thai Mix 1 1/4 pounds ground chicken, 1/2 cup panko, 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt and salt. Shape into four 1-inch-thick patties and chill. Brush with oil and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side on an oiled grill. Serve on whole-grain bread with sprouts, cucumber, tomato and avocado.

DECONSTRUCTED A1 CALIFORNIA TURKEY BURGER #A1



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A.1. Original Sauce Recipe Contest Entry. Deconstructed turkey burger including A1 Bacon Turkey meatballs, A1 Aioli, A1 Bacon Salsa, Cherry and Walnut spinach salad with A1 vinaigrette. Enjoyable and fresh, this dish is a blend of flavors complemented by A1 steak sauce. Enjoy the supple avocado and delectable aioli with the tender meatballs accented by a crisp spinach salad.

Provided by ahein2

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground turkey
1 lb hickory bacon
2 avocados
1 large roma tomato
4 hamburger buns
6 ounces spinach
1/4 cup walnuts
1/4 cup dried cherries
7 tablespoons mayonnaise
16 tablespoons A.1. Original Sauce
2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • A1 Bacon Meatballs:.
  • Cook and chop all bacon (Save grease).
  • Mix 8 tbsp A1, ground turkey and 1/2 of the chopped bacon in a bowl.
  • Roll into 16 even balls.
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Fry meatballs in bacon grease at medium high until all sides are browned.
  • Set meatballs evenly distributed upon baking sheet.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.
  • A1 Bacon Relish:.
  • Dice tomato and avocado.
  • Add tomatoes and avocado to remaining chopped bacon and 3 tbsp of A1, then mix in bowl.
  • A1 Spinach Salad:.
  • Chop cherries and walnuts
  • Mix cherries and walnuts with spinach in salad bowl.
  • A1 Vinaigrette:.
  • Blend 1.5 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp A1 and 2 tbsp red wine vinegar.
  • A1 Aioli:.
  • Whisk 1 tbsp olive oil, 4 tbsp A1 and mayonnaise till completely blended.
  • Hamburger bun chips:.
  • Toast hamburger buns,
  • Flatten and cut into quarters.
  • Plating:.
  • Dish relish and salad on opposite sides of plate.
  • Place meatballs on top of relish.
  • Drizzle aioli over meatballs.
  • Dress salad with Vinaigrette.
  • Plate chips on side.
  • ENJOY.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1205.4, Fat 98.4, SaturatedFat 24.8, Cholesterol 162.1, Sodium 1441.8, Carbohydrate 40, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 5.9, Protein 44.3

CALIFORNIA TURKEY BURGER



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We top a turkey burger with our favorite superfoods to make a delicious weeknight dinner. Avocado takes mayonnaise to the next level, and a smear of kale-and-almond pesto amps up the antioxidants.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 medium sweet potato, peeled and sliced lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick planks
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
4 frozen turkey burger patties
2 cups packed kale leaves, stemmed and torn
1/2 cup salted roasted almonds
1 lemon, juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 avocado
1/2 cup mayonnaise
4 whole-wheat hamburger buns
1/4 cup alfalfa sprouts
1 medium beefsteak tomato, sliced into 4 pieces

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  • Brush both sides of the sweet potato slices with 1 tablespoon of the oil. Grill the slices on one side of the grill pan until dark grill marks appear and the slices can be pierced easily with a knife, 3 to 4 minutes a side. Grill the turkey burgers on the other side of the grill pan according to the package directions for the grill.
  • Meanwhile, add the kale, almonds, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, a few grinds of pepper and the remaining 3/4 cup oil to a blender. Puree, scraping the sides as needed, until smooth.
  • Mash the avocado with a fork in a medium bowl until smooth. Fold in the mayonnaise until combined.
  • Spread the kale pesto on both halves of each hamburger bun, then spread the avocado mayonnaise on top of the pesto. Top the bottom half of each bun with 1 tablespoon alfalfa sprouts and a burger patty. Top the burger patties with some sweet potato slices, a tomato slice and the top bun.

CALIFORNIA BURGER WRAPS



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I love the way these fresh flavors blend together. It's a snap to throw this together using leftover burgers for a quick, healthy lunch. The burgers can also be served on buns. -Rachelle McCalla, Batesville, Arkansas

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 Bibb lettuce leaves
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons Miracle Whip Light
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cut into 8 slices
1/4 cup chopped red onion
Chopped cherry tomatoes, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beef, salt and pepper, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into eight 1/2-in.-thick patties., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 3-4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 3-4 minutes on each side. Place burgers in lettuce leaves. Combine feta and Miracle Whip; spread over burgers. Top with avocado, red onion and if desired, tomatoes.

LUSCIOUS CALIFORNIA BURGER



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Full flavor and satisfying. Each ingredient alone is delicious but together the tastes are fabulous. You won't soon forget it. The name says it all. This recipe comes to you from the Lucious Luggage Ladies, Zaar World Tour 3.

Provided by -Sheri-

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 -1 1/2 lb ground sirloin
4 san francisco sourdough hamburger buns
8 slices pepper bacon
4 slices American cheese
4 slices walla walla onions
4 slices tomatoes
roasted red pepper
avocado
crispy romaine lettuce
jalapeno pepper
mustard
mayonnaise
ketchup
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon as desired.
  • Separate burger into 4 patties. Grill sirloin burger until done.
  • When just about done place a slice of american cheese on each burger.
  • Meanwhile, roast on the bbq slices of red pepper.
  • Rinse all vegetables and slice into rounds. Choose your condiments.
  • Build your burger!
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.7, Fat 42.7, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 120.4, Sodium 644.1, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.5, Protein 31.3

CALIFORNIA BURGER BOWLS



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Burgers are a weekly staple at our house year-round. Skip the fries, chips and bun-you won't need them with these loaded veggie & fruit burgers. To spice up the mayo, add 1/2 tsp. of chipotle powder. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons fat-free milk
2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground turkey
4 cups baby kale salad blend
1-1/2 cups cubed fresh pineapple (1/2 inch)
1 medium mango, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into strips
4 tomatillos, husks removed, thinly sliced
1/4 cup reduced-fat chipotle mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix milk, oats and seasonings. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties., Place burgers on an oiled grill rack over medium heat. Grill, covered, until a thermometer reads 165°, 4-5 minutes per side. Serve over salad blend, along with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 666mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic exchanges

CALIFORNIA MEATLESS BURGER



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Strike gold with our California Meatless Burger. Cucumbers, colorful peppers, avocados and a whole wheat bun make this a meatless burger to remember.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield Makes 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 frozen BOCA Vegan Veggie Burger
1 whole wheat hamburger bun, toasted
1 lettuce leaf
2 tsp. HEINZ Tomato Ketchup
1 each yellow and red pepper ring
2 cucumber slices
2 Tbsp. chopped avocados

Steps:

  • Cook burger as directed on package.
  • Fill bun with lettuce, burger and remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 690 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 19 g

CALIFORNIA BURGER SLAW



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I love big, juicy, grilled hamburgers, but, with all the "stuff" I put on them (like lettuce, tomato, onion, green pepper, etc.) I have to eat it with a knife and fork!! Sure takes the fun out of eating a burger!! So, I came up with this recipe to solve that problem! It is a creamy iceberg lettuce "slaw" with all the...

Provided by Susan Bickta

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bag(s) shredded iceberg lettuce (8 ounces)
1/2 c finely diced red onion
1/2 c finely diced bell peppers (green, red, yellow and orange)
1 medium tomato, finely diced
2 Tbsp dill pickle relish
1/2 c hellmann's mayonnaise
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. About 30 minutes before serving, mix all ingredients in a large bowl.
  • 2. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
  • 3. HINT: Instead of buying whole bell peppers and/or red onions, I just go to the salad bar at our local grocery store and pick out what I need for this recipe.
  • 4. HINT #2: This is a very versatile recipe. If you want to make California Cheeseburger Slaw, just add some shredded cheese. If you want to make California Bacon Cheeseburger Slaw ...... add cheese and crumbled bacon!

MEATLESS CALIFORNIA BURGER



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 frozen BOCA Vegan Veggie Burger
1 whole wheat sandwich roll, split, toasted
1 lettuce leaf
2 tsp. HEINZ Tomato Ketchup
1 each yellow and red pepper ring
2 cucumber slices
2 Tbsp. chopped avocados

Steps:

  • Cook burger as directed on package.
  • Fill roll with lettuce, burger and remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 650 mg, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 18 g

CALIFORNIA TURKEY BURGER



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Make and share this California Turkey Burger recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cori S

Categories     Poultry

Time 30m

Yield 4 burgers, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 egg, beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 slices monterey jack cheese
1/2 red bell peppers or 1/2 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut in rings

Steps:

  • Combine first seven ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Shape into 4 patties.
  • Grill over high heat for 15 minutes or until no longer pink in center.
  • Top with cheese during last few minutes of grilling.
  • Grill pepper rings for two minutes.
  • Place burgers on bun, top with pepper rings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.9, Fat 28.2, SaturatedFat 13.7, Cholesterol 192.3, Sodium 823.8, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.7, Protein 36.6

CALIFORNIA AVOCADO STEAKHOUSE BURGER



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This beef and veggie burger adds extra produce to your burger patty making it more flavorful and juicy. Then it is topped with Fresh California Avocado, lettuce and tomato. It is great served with the Steakhouse Lite Ranch Sauce and fresh veggies like carrots and celery for dipping, making this a produce packed meal. Good source of Vitamin C, Calcium and Iron.

Provided by Avocado Commission

Categories     Trusted Brands

Time 18m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup finely diced white onion
⅛ cup finely diced bell pepper
⅜ cup cut in half and thinly sliced white mushrooms
2 teaspoons steak sauce
1 pound lean ground beef
4 whole wheat buns
2 teaspoons steak sauce
8 leaves lettuce
4 slices large beefsteak tomato
1 ripe Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded, and sliced
4 tablespoons light ranch dressing
2 tablespoons steak sauce

Steps:

  • In a bowl mix together the onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, steak sauce and lean ground beef. Mix very thoroughly with your hands to combine all ingredients.
  • Divide the mixture into equal portions. With your hands press each portion into a ball and then shape into a patty.
  • In a saute pan or on a flat griddle over medium low heat place the patties and grill for about 4 minutes, flip and grill an additional 4 minutes or until meat is thoroughly cooked.
  • While beef and veggie burgers are grilling toast the buns.
  • Top each bun base with the beef and veggie burger, then drizzle each with 1/2 tsp. steak sauce. Top with the lettuce, tomato, Fresh California Avocado and bun top.
  • Optional: serve with Steakhouse Lite Ranch Sauce for dipping.

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