Barbecued Olive and Pesto Burgers

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 4

Juicy and Flavorful Barbecued Olive and Pesto Burgers

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	500 g beef , mnce
	2 tablespoons water
	1/2 cup basil pesto
	1/2 cup olive , finely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

453

Sugar

Fat

33g

Barbecued Olive and Pesto Burgers are a delicious and easy-to-prepare meal, perfect for a summer evening barbecue with friends and family. The combination of the juicy beef patty, the salty olives, and savory pesto creates a mouthwatering flavor explosion in every bite. This recipe is sure to impress your guests and has the perfect balance of healthy ingredients and indulgent flavor.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, combine the beef mince, water, and half of the basil pesto. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
2.	Divide the mixture into four equal portions. Shape each portion of meat into a patty and flatten slightly.
3.	Press the chopped olives into each patty, ensuring they are distributed evenly.
4.	Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Once hot, place the patties onto the grill.
5.	Cook the patties for approximately 6-8 minutes on each side until they are cooked to your preferred level of doneness.
6.	Once the patties are cooked, remove them from the grill and place them onto each individual serving dish.
7.	Spoon a generous amount of the remaining basil pesto onto each patty. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

The combination of olives and basil pesto adds an extra depth of flavor to the juicy and delicious beef patties.

This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for a weekday dinner.

CONS

This recipe uses beef mince, which is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

If you are watching your saturated fat intake, it is recommended to use a leaner beef mince to reduce the calorie count and fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein and essential nutrients such as iron and vitamin B12, which are important for maintaining the health of your blood and nervous system.
Olives are also a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.