Chipotle Turkey Burgers with Southwestern Slaw

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Prep: 20 mins (est.) Cook: 5 mins (est.) Serves: 4

Southwestern Slaw (makes about 1/2 cup dressing):Southwestern Slaw (makes about 1/2 cup dressing):
4 cups chopped cabbage and carrots (bagged)960 ml chopped cabbage and carrots (bagged)
2 Tbsp mayonnaise30 ml mayonnaise
2 Tbsp plain yogurt30 ml plain yogurt
2 Tbsp rice vinegar30 ml rice vinegar
2 tsp adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers10 ml adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
2 Tbsp chopped chives30 ml chopped chives
Salt and pepper to tasteSalt and pepper to taste
Turkey Burgers
1 pound ground turkey455 g ground turkey
2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs160 ml panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup chopped chives60 ml chopped chives
2 Tbsp mayonnaise30 ml mayonnaise
1 egg1 egg
1/3 cup chopped red onion80 ml chopped red onion
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, pureed or finely chopped1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, pureed or finely chopped
2 tsp adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers10 ml adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
1 tsp soy sauce5 ml soy sauce
Salt and pepper to tasteSalt and pepper to taste
Hamburger bunsHamburger buns
Optional toppings: pepper jack cheese, tomato slices, avocado slices, red onion, grilled green bell pepper slices, mayonnaise, mustard, ketchupOptional toppings: pepper jack cheese, tomato slices, avocado slices, red onion, grilled green bell pepper slices, mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup

1. Make the slaw: In a bowl, combine all dressing ingredients. Toss with cabbage and carrots. Refrigerate until ready to use. \n2. Make the burgers: Preheat grill to 375-400°F (190-200°C). In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, chives, mayonnaise, egg, red onion, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Form into patties. \n3. Grill patties for about 5 minutes per side. Grill bell pepper slices alongside burgers, if using.\n4. Assemble burgers and top with slaw. Serve with desired toppings.

Wine Pairing: Medium Red — Pinot Noir — A medium-bodied red wine such as Merlot.