Carne Asada Burger

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 12

Juicy and flavorful Carne Asada Burger recipe for your next BBQ party

by The Chefin Burger

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 ounces lean ground chuck or 6 ounces other lean ground beef
	salt & pepper
	1 teaspoon carne asada spice mix
	3 teaspoons 2 % fat cottage cheese
	2 teaspoons salsa , your choice
	1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
	1 large hamburger bun

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

482

Sugar

Fat

22g

Looking for a delicious burger recipe for your next BBQ party? Look no further than this juicy and flavorful Carne Asada Burger. The addition of tangy cottage cheese and fresh mushrooms takes the taste of this burger to the next level. The spice mix used in this recipe is often used in Latin American cuisine and gives the burger a unique, robust flavor. This recipe is easy to prepare and will surely leave your guests wanting more.

Instructions

1.	Preheat grill for high heat.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together the ground chuck, salt, pepper, and carne asada spice mix.
3.	Divide the mixture into 2 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.
4.	In a small bowl, mix together the cottage cheese and salsa.
5.	Grill the hamburgers for 5 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
6.	While the burgers are cooking, sauté the sliced mushrooms in a small pan with a little olive oil.
7.	Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
8.	Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on the bottom bun, then spooning the cottage cheese mixture over the top of the patty. Add the sautéed mushrooms, and then add the top bun.

PROS

This burger is packed with flavor, thanks to the addition of the carne asada spice mix and salsa.

The cottage cheese mixture provides a creamy, tangy contrast to the meat and the mushrooms add a delicious umami flavor.

Lean ground beef makes this a healthier burger option.

CONS

This burger is on the heavier side and though it is filling, it may leave you feeling quite full.

Some may not enjoy the taste of the carne asada spice mix.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lean ground beef is a great source of protein and is typically lower in fat and calories than other types of beef.
The mushrooms in this recipe add fiber, vitamins, and minerals, including selenium and potassium.
Cottage cheese provides calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin B12 for strong bones and healthy red blood cells.