Grilled Burgers With Basil

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Classic grilled beef burgers topped with a vibrant basil vinaigrette and fresh tomato-onion salad.
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Grilled Burgers With Basil

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 342.6

Description

These grilled burgers offer a perfect balance of savory, juicy beef and bright, herbaceous notes. The patties are simple to make, allowing the quality of the 93% lean ground beef to shine, while the topping provides a refreshing contrast. A quick mixture of olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, and fresh basil creates a light vinaigrette that marinates thin slices of red onion and ripe tomato. This dish is ideal for summer cookouts or a quick weeknight dinner. The combination of the warm, grilled burger and the cool, acidic relish creates a textural and flavor experience that is both comforting and sophisticated. Serve on toasted rolls for the best experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place tomato slices in a shallow dish and top each with 1 slice of thin red onion.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together chopped basil, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Pour the basil vinaigrette over the tomatoes and onions. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat.
  5. Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions and form into patties about 1/2 inch thick.
  6. Season patties with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Grill patties for 7-9 minutes, turning once, until cooked to desired doneness.
  8. Toast hamburger rolls on the grill for 1 minute if desired.
  9. Assemble burgers by placing a patty on the bottom roll, topping with the marinated tomato and onion mixture, and covering with the top roll.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 342.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.3g27%
Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
Cholesterol 88.5mg30%
Sodium 90.9mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 13.3g5%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g12%
Sugars 6.8g
Protein 31.6g64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, do not overwork the meat when forming patties, as this can make the burgers tough.

You can prepare the tomato and onion marinade up to 2 hours in advance for deeper flavor.

Adjust the sugar in the vinaigrette based on the acidity of your vinegar and sweetness of the tomatoes.

Ensure burgers reach a safe internal temperature of 160&# 194;°F (71ðC) if using ground beef.

Keywords: grilled burgers, basil vinaigrette, ground beef, summer dinner, quick recipe, bbq, beef patties, tomato onion salad, healthy burgers, easy weeknight meal, outdoor cooking, herb topping
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