Caprese Burger

Name: Caprese Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; salt and pepper to taste; 4 thick slices tomato; 1.3333333730698 pounds lean ground beef; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil; 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 clove garlic, minced; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced; 4 hamburger buns, split

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I am always looking for ways to jazz up the boring burger and came up with this after having a delicious caprese salad. Be sure to use fresh basil and the marinated tomatoes are a must!

Recipe by Sarah Stephan

Updated on April 2, 2019

10

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 burgers

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
4 thick slices tomato
1 ⅓ pounds lean ground beef
1 tablespoon tomato paste
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon black pepper
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
4 hamburger buns, split

Directions

Whisk the balsamic vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour over tomato slices to marinate.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
Mix ground beef, tomato paste, basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Form beef mixture into 4 equal patties.
Cook on the preheated grill until the burgers are cooked to your desired degree of doneness, about 5 minutes per side for well done. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Top each burger with mozzarella cheese; allow to melt. Serve on hamburger buns with marinated tomato slices.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

561	Calories
32g	Fat
25g	Carbs
41g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 561
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32g	41%
Saturated Fat 13g	66%
Cholesterol 132mg	44%
Sodium 485mg	21%
Total Carbohydrate 25g	9%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 41g
Vitamin C 6mg	28%
Calcium 302mg	23%
Iron 5mg	25%
Potassium 558mg	12%

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

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.