Southwest Turkey Recipe
Applewood smoked bacon, avocado, cumin mayo, spicy pepperjack, lettuce & fresh pico de gallo
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Cumin Mayo
Pico de Gallo
Method
Preparing the Cumin Mayo
- 1
Make the Cumin Mayo
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, ground cumin, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside.
Cooking the Turkey and Bacon
- 2
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the applewood smoked bacon slices. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pan and place on paper towels to drain excess grease.
- 3
Cook the Ground Turkey
In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add ground turkey. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes.
Preparing Pico de Gallo
- 4
Make the Pico de Gallo
Chop tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped ingredients with lime juice and salt. Mix well and let sit for a few minutes for flavors to meld.
Assembling the Southwest Turkey
- 5
Assemble the Dish
On a serving plate, layer the cooked ground turkey, topped with crispy bacon, spicy pepperjack cheese, and fresh lettuce. Add sliced avocado and a generous dollop of cumin mayo. Finish with a spoonful of pico de gallo on top.
