Garlic Pesto Caprese Burgers
Garlic Pesto Caprese Burgers are a delightful and flavorful twist on the traditional burger, perfect for any gathering or casual family meal. These juicy beef patties are infused with aromatic garlic pesto, layered with fresh tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and creamy Havarti cheese, all tucked into a soft brioche bun. Whether you’re firing up the grill for a summer barbecue or whipping up a quick dinner on a weeknight, these burgers promise to impress. The combination of savory beef and vibrant toppings guarantees every bite is bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Lunch & Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef chuck
- 1/2 pound ground sirloin
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 4 brioche hamburger buns
- 2 Campari tomatoes (sliced)
- 4 slices Havarti cheese
- Olive oil
- Lettuce leaves
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef chuck, ground sirloin, pesto, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into four equal patties about ¾ inch thick with an indentation in the center.
- Preheat the grill or skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook the patties for about 5 minutes on one side until browned; flip carefully.
- Add a slice of Havarti on each patty after flipping and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until melted and cooked through.
- Toast brioche buns if desired, then assemble by spreading light mayo mixed with Dijon mustard and minced garlic on both sides of each bun. Layer with lettuce, cheesy patties, sliced tomatoes, and drizzle balsamic glaze before topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg