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Grilled Taco Burgers will transform your burger game forever! Around here, we keep meals simple, healthy, and full of flavor, and this recipe nails it. Deliciously seasoned ground beef patties are topped with all kinds of goodies, giving you a super tasty and fun way to enjoy your two favorite foods: tacos and burgers! Paleo and Whole30 approved, it’s an easy way to bring a little variety to your usual grill lineup.
As a nutritionist, I love finding ways to make classic comfort food feel a little more nourishing. These burgers are packed with protein and healthy fats, and by using lettuce wraps or sweet potato slices instead of buns, you can keep things lighter without sacrificing flavor.
What makes these burgers extra special is how easy they are to customize. We pile them high with guacamole, fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños for a little heat. You can serve them inside a hamburger bun, or for a low carb, Paleo, or Whole30 version, wrap them in romaine lettuce or use grilled sweet potato slices as the bun.
If you love simple, nourishing dinners, my beef recipes are for you.
I love topping these with my quick One-Minute Guacamole and a squeeze of lime for that extra burst of flavor. We usually serve them with a fresh green salad for the easiest summer dinner. If you’re looking for easy salad ideas, try this my Mexican Slaw with No Mayo.
And with the 4th of July right around the corner, these are the perfect addition to your holiday menu. They’re fun, flavorful, and guaranteed to win over even the pickiest eaters!
Grilled Taco Burgers
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 3 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp chipotle powder, optional
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 pounds Grass-fed ground beef
- 1/4 cup finely chopped white onion
- 1/2 cup guacamole, for garnish
- red onion slices, for garnish
- 8 slices romaine lettuce, for garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 1 tomato, sliced, for garnish
- 1 jalapeno, sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by heating a charcoal or propane grill.
- Prepare your taco seasoning. Mix together: chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander, garlic powder, salt, and chipotle powder (if using).
- In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and tomato paste.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, taco seasoning, and tomato paste mixture. Mix well so the ingredients are well combined. Now add in chopped white onion.
- Form into 6-8 patties. Grill for 3 minutes on the first side, then 5-6 minutes on the second side (for medium- medium well burgers).
- Serve hot on a bun, romaine lettuce, or sweet potato slice and top with optional garnishes: guacamole, red onion, lettuce, cilantro, tomato, and jalapeño.
Had these burgers tonight and served with the Watermelon and Blueberry Salad with Feta. These burgers are awesome – we topped them with guacamole, pickled red onions, pickled jalapeños and lettuce. Thanks for another great recipe Amy!
Love to hear that, thank you!
Delicious!!
Great recipe, especially given everything you have going on!
Thank you for the recipe! Here in México we also have a dish called “Taco”, but the dish consists in food inside a folded tortilla. What do you call “Taco” in your country? Because I see there is a ‘taco seasoning’, but I’ve never seen something like this in my country. Thank you again!