Mexican Beef Patties with Fresh Salsa

Ingredients

• 4.5 ounce chiles green drained chopped canned
• 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
• 2 pounds ground round 
• 2 tablespoons jalapeno minced seeded ( 1)
• 1 tablespoon juice of lime fresh
• 2 tablespoons onion chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
• 2 ounces preshredded 4-cheese mexican blend cheese divided reduced-fat
• 1.3 ounce 0%-less-sodium taco seasoning 
• 1.8 cups tomatoes chopped ( 3 medium)

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan

Directions

1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl; stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside until ready to serve.
2. Combine beef, green chiles, taco seasoning, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl; stir well. Divide mixture into 8 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty.
3. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; coat pan with cooking spray.
4. Add 4 patties, and cook 6 minutes on each side. Top each patty with 1 tablespoon cheese, and cook 2 minutes or until burgers are done and cheese melts.
5. Remove from pan; keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining patties and cheese.
6. Serve with salsa.