Barley Beef Burgers

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 16

Barley Beef Burgers for a Healthy and Hearty Dinner

by The Chefin Beef

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

310

Sugar

Fat

13g

Looking for a healthy and hearty dinner option? Look no further than Barley Beef Burgers! The combination of barley and lean ground beef makes for a flavorful and satisfying meal. This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights. Barley provides both texture and flavor to the burgers, while also providing numerous health benefits. Whether you're a meat-lover or just looking to add more whole grains to your diet, Barley Beef Burgers are a delicious and healthy option.

Instructions

1.	In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil.
2.	Stir in barley and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes until barley is tender and water is absorbed.
3.	In a food processor, pulse onion until finely chopped.
4.	In a large bowl, mix flour, salt and pepper.
5.	Add ground beef, cooked barley and onion to the bowl and knead until well combined.
6.	Form beef mixture into 2 patties.
7.	Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and cook burgers for 3-4 minutes per side or until fully cooked.
8.	Serve on hamburger buns with your favorite toppings.

PROS

Barley Beef Burgers are a protein-packed alternative to traditional beef burgers.
The barley adds a nutty flavor while also providing fiber and other essential nutrients.

This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.

CONS

Due to the ground beef, these burgers are higher in fat and calories compared to vegetarian burger options.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Barley is known to contain fiber, which can help improve digestion and reduce the risk of certain diseases.
The combination of barley and lean beef also provides a good source of protein, essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.

	1/2 cup water
	1/4 cup quick-cooking barley
	1/2 small onion , cut in half
	1 1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/8 teaspoon pepper
	1/2 lb lean ground beef
	2 hamburger buns , split