Garlic Pesto Caprese Burgers

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These Garlic Pesto Caprese Burgers are a fresh and flavorful twist on the classic burger. Juicy beef patties infused with pesto, topped with creamy Havarti cheese, ripe tomatoes, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze create a perfect balance of savory, herby, and tangy flavors in every bite.

  • Prep time15 minutes
  • Cook time3 minutes
  • Servings4
  • DifficultyMedium

Garlic Pesto Caprese Burgers Recipe

Ingredients 

For the Burger Patties

  • ▢1 Pound Ground Beef Chuck
  • ▢1/2 Pound Ground Sirloin
  • ▢1/4 Cup Pesto
  • ▢Salt and Pepper
  • ▢Olive Oil

Burger Toppings

  • ▢4 Brioche Hamburger Buns
  • ▢4 Leaves Green Lettuce
  • ▢2 Campari Tomatoes, sliced
  • ▢4 Slices Havarti Cheese, sliced
  • ▢4 Tablespoons Balsamic Glaze

Garlic Mayo

  • ▢1/2 Cup Light Mayo
  • ▢1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard
  • ▢2 Cloves Garlic, small, minced
  • ▢Salt and Pepper , to taste

Instructions 

For the Garlic Mayo

  • Whisk all the ingredients together in a small bowl.1/2 Cup Light Mayo,1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard,2 Cloves Garlic,Salt and Pepper

For the Burger Patties

  • Transfer the pesto to a bowl with the ground meats and a pinch of salt and pepper, gently knead to blend.1 Pound Ground Beef Chuck,1/2 Pound Ground Sirloin,1/4 Cup Pesto,Salt and Pepper
  • Form the mixture into four 4-inch patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Brush the burger patties lightly with olive oil. Add a small indentation in the middle to keep the meat from puffing up and shrinking.Olive Oil
  • Grill the burgers over moderately high heat for 3 minutes. Flip the burgers, top them with cheese slices and close the grill to allow more melting. Cook for 3 minutes longer for medium-rare and 5 minutes longer for well done.4 Slices Havarti Cheese

Assemble the Burgers

  • Meanwhile, grill the buns until lightly toasted, then spread some of the garlic mayo on the bottoms.4 Brioche Hamburger Buns
  • Place lettuce on the mayo followed by the burgers on the lettuce. Top with more pesto, tomatoes and a drizzle of balsamic glaze or just balsamic vinegar.4 Leaves Green Lettuce,2 Campari Tomatoes,4 Tablespoons Balsamic Glaze

Health Benefits

  • Ground beef provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients like iron.
  • Pesto contains healthy fats from olive oil and antioxidants from basil.
  • Tomatoes are rich in vitamins and lycopene for heart health.
  • Garlic supports immunity and overall wellness.
  • Lettuce adds fiber and freshness with minimal calories.
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