Chorizo Burger

Making these burgers in the oven is a simple way to enjoy a juicy burger, even if it’s cold outside. The chorizo adds a lot of flavor and makes these burgers mouthwatering. To add some space to this recipe, use spicy chorizo and add jalapeno to the topping. This could be served with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple salad and be the perfect paleo dinner.

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Chorizo Burger

Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish

Cuisine Paleo

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 6

Calories 553 kcal

Ingredients

For the burger

• 1 lb Ground beef (room temperature)
• 1 lb Chorizo (casings removed, room temperature)

For the topping

• 2 Avocados (diced)
• 1 Red onion (diced)
• 2 Tomatoes (medium, diced)
• Juice from 1 lime
• Sea salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the beef and chorizo. Use your hands to combine the meats well.
4. Form the combined meat into 6 equally sized patties.
5. Place the patties on the prepared backing sheet and cook in a preheated oven until cooked through, about 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
6. While the burgers are cooking make the topping by adding together the avocado, onion, and tomato.
7. Add the lime juice, stir to coat.
8. Season with sea salt and black pepper.
9. Top each burger with the topping mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Chorizo Burger

Amount Per Serving

Calories 553 Calories from Fat 387

% Daily Value*

Fat 43g66%

Saturated Fat 16g100%

Polyunsaturated Fat 3g

Monounsaturated Fat 20g

Cholesterol 133mg44%

Sodium 1236mg54%

Potassium 518mg15%

Carbohydrates 1g0%

Protein 37g74%

Calcium 30mg3%

Iron 2.9mg16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.