Description
Garlic Pesto Caprese Burgers are a delicious and refreshing take on classic burgers that bring together the robust flavors of garlic and basil pesto with juicy beef patties, creamy Havarti cheese, and ripe tomatoes. These flavorful burgers are perfect for summer barbecues, family dinners, or casual get-togethers. With just a quick preparation time of 25 minutes, you can impress your guests without the stress. Each bite offers a mouthwatering blend of textures and tastes, making them a favorite for any occasion. Add your personalized toppings for an extra twist, and serve alongside crispy fries or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef chuck
- 1/2 pound ground sirloin
- 1/4 cup pesto
- Salt and Pepper
- Olive Oil
- 4 brioche hamburger buns
- 4 leaves green lettuce
- 2 campari tomatoes (sliced)
- 4 slices havarti cheese (sliced)
- 4 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1/2 cup light mayo
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic (small, minced)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef chuck, ground sirloin, pesto, salt, and pepper. Form into four equal patties.
- Preheat your grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side; add Havarti cheese during the last minute to melt.
- Assemble by placing lettuce on the bottom bun, adding the patty topped with tomato slices and drizzling balsamic glaze before closing with the top bun.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (about 200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg