GRILLED TURKEY BURGERS WITH SALSA

Note: When buying ground poultry, be sure to read the ingredient list.  Don't buy it if it has the skin (fat) as an ingredient.

3/4 lb lean ground turkey
4 tbsps finely crushed baked tortilla chips
4 tbsps your favorite salsa (watch sugar content)
4 slices reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese, optional
4 whole-grain or low-carb  hamburger buns*

4 leaves lettuce
4 thin red onion slices, optional
additional salsa, if using

Lightly spray grill with nonstick cooking spray and prepare heat for cooking.

Combine the ground turkey, crushed chips, and salsa in a medium mixing bowl; mix lightly.  Shape the mixture into 4 equal patties.

Grill over medium-high heat on the prepared grill for approximately 6 minutes per side or until cooked through (internal temperature of 165 degrees).  Top each with a slice of cheese, if using.

Toast buns on grill if desired.

*Whole grain sandwich thins are an excellent substitute.

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To assemble, place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun.  Top with an onion slice, if using. Place burger next and add some additional salsa, if desired.  Top with the top half of the buns.

Note: Burgers may be broiled instead of grilled, if desired.