PREPARATION TIME: 25 minutes SERVES: 4

• 13 ounces well-trimmed beef top round, cut into large chunks
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• ¼ cup minced red onion plus ½ cup red onion wedges
• 2 tablespoons canned diced mild green chiles
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ ounces shredded pepper jack cheese
• ¼ cup tomato juice
• 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce

1. Preheat broiler. Spray broiler rack with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Using a food processor, finely chop beef. Transfer to a medium bowl and stir in 2 tablespoons of cilantro, minced onion, chilies, chili powder, cumin, black pepper, and salt. Mix lightly with 2 forks, just until ingredients are blended. Gently shape into 4 equal patties.
3. Broil patties 4 inches from heat source for 4 minutes. Flip patties and broil for 3 minutes, or until medium-rare. Top evenly with cheese and broil just until it melts, 1 to 2 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together tomato juice, lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, and remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro.
5. Arrange lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion wedges. Drizzle with dressing. Arrange burger on bun and serve.

SERVING SIZE: 1 burger plus salad NUTRITION INFORMATION: 208 Calories, 26g Protein, 8g Fat, 8g Carbohydrates, 64mg Cholesterol, 288mg Sodium

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