**Beef and Zucchini Burgers: A Healthy and Flavorful Twist on a Classic Dish**
These beef zucchini burgers, packed with lean protein and garden-fresh zucchini, are not only a healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers but also bursting with savory flavors. In this article, you'll find not just one, but three irresistible variations of this burger recipe: a classic version with a zesty tzatziki sauce, a Mediterranean-inspired burger with feta and sun-dried tomatoes, and a spicy Mexican burger with a kick of jalapeños and chipotle. Each burger is a unique culinary journey, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These burgers are not only easy to make, but they can also be customized to your liking, making them a versatile dish for any occasion.
BEEF, BEAN AND VEGGIE BURGERS
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Time 25m
Yield 6 burgers
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, broccoli and jalapeño. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the chili powder, garlic powder and cumin. Cook to bloom the spices, about a minute. Transfer to a large mixing bowl; reserve the skillet.
- Combine the vegetables with the beef, oats, beans, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and egg. Lightly mix and form evenly into 6 patties.
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Cook the burgers until browned and crusty on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the burgers to the buns, top with sliced avocado and tomato and drizzle with ranch dressing.
ZUCCHINI AND GROUND BEEF SKILLET
This is my wife's favorite meal. A flavorful blend of ground beef, vegetables, and your favorite cheese. A true one-skillet meal that will satisfy your whole family!
Provided by rollman
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
- Stir mushrooms, tomato sauce, olives, and garlic into the skillet. Crush stewed tomatoes into smaller pieces and add to the mixture. Season with salt and white pepper. Let simmer, uncovered, until liquid reduces, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Slice zucchini lengthwise; cut into 1/2-inch slices and add to the skillet. Cook, covered, until firm yet tender to the bite, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in Cheddar cheese and cook, covered, until melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 133.1 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 41.8 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 1308 mg, Sugar 13.4 g
ZUCCHINI BURGER CASSEROLE
Simple ingredients and simple directions make this recipe -quick and easy. My husband does not like any vegetables- but he will eat the vegetables I make into other things that he eats without realizing it! lol[:)
Provided by Pat Duran
Categories Burgers
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Place beef, garlic powder and onion in a 2 -quart casserole. Microwave 5 minutes, stirring after 3 minutes Drain any fat.
- 2. Add zucchini, rice, cottage cheese, soup and salt. Mix well Sprinkle cheddar and parmesan cheeses over the top. Cover Microwave 8 minutes until bubbly. This also reheats nicely.
- 3. NOTE: If desired you can bake in regular oven at 350^ for 30-35 minutes.
BEEF AND ZUCCHINI BURGERS
A different twist on the traditional hamburger. I like any recipe that squeezes in more green vegetables.
Provided by Colbys Mom
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 27m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make sauce: combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
- Heat oil in nonstick skillet; add onion, half the zucchini and cook 3-4 minutes, until tender.
- Cool.
- Toss beef with zucchini mixture, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper.
- Shape into four 1/2" thick patties.
- Heat grill pan.
- Grill patties 5-6 minutes per side until an instant-read thermometer inserted into side of burger registers 160 degrees (165 degrees for turkey).
- Place burgers, sauce, and remaining zucchini inside pita.
VEGGIE BURGERS WITH ZUCCHINI AND CORN
Bright zucchini, sweet corn, nutty millet, and creamy white beans add vibrant flavor and texture to these hearty, grill-able vegetarian burgers. Bonus: they're gluten-free!
Provided by Katherine Sacks
Categories Vegetarian Vegan Wheat/Gluten-Free Zucchini Corn Bean Grill Back to School No Meat, No Problem
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cut onion in half crosswise. Slice one-half into 1/4" rings; set aside. Finely chop remaining onion. Pulse chopped onion, garlic, cornmeal, 3/4 cup zucchini, 2 Tbsp. beans, and 2 Tbsp. corn in a food processor until finely chopped, 30-45 seconds.
- Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium. Add chopped onion mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture begins to soften and thicken, 3-4 minutes. Add remaining 3/4 cup zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, until zucchini begins to soften and become translucent, 3-4 minutes more.
- Transfer mixture to a large bowl and gently mix in millet, 1/4 cup basil, 3/4 tsp. salt, 3/4 tsp. pepper, and the remaining beans and corn until well combined. Form mixture into 4 (1"-thick) patties. Cover with plastic and freeze 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, lime zest, lime juice, and remaining 1/4 cup basil in a small bowl; set aside.
- Prepare a grill for medium-high heat or heat a grill pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high; oil grate or pan. Toss reserved onion rings with 1 Tbsp. oil and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Cook onion rings until softened and lightly charred, about 5 minutes.
- Brush patties all over with oil. Cook, flipping once, until medium brown and toasted, about 7 minutes on each side; add 1 slice cheese to each during last 3 minutes of cooking. Transfer onions and burgers to a plate. Toast buns until golden brown, about 30 seconds.
- Place 1 piece lettuce on each bottom bun and top with a burger. Top with onions. Spread 1 Tbsp. basil mayonnaise on each top bun, add smashed avocado, and close sandwiches.
ZUCCHINI BURGERS
With just-picked-from-the-garden-zucchini, your kids won't even know these burgers are meatless. -Kimberly Danek Pinkson, San Anselmo, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a sieve or colander, drain zucchini, squeezing to remove excess liquid. Pat dry. In a small bowl, combine the zucchini, onion, bread crumbs, eggs, salt and cayenne. Gently stir in chopped egg whites., Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Drop batter by scant 2/3 cupfuls into oil; press lightly to flatten. Fry in batches until golden brown on both sides, using remaining oil as needed., Serve on buns with lettuce, tomato and onion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 467mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use a good quality ground beef. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your burgers. Look for ground beef that is at least 80% lean.
- Don't overmix the beef. Overmixing can make the burgers tough. Mix the beef just until it is combined.
- Season the beef well. Use a variety of spices and herbs to flavor the beef. Some good options include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.
- Form the burgers into patties. Make sure the patties are all the same size and shape so that they cook evenly.
- Cook the burgers over medium heat. This will help to prevent the burgers from drying out.
- Don't flip the burgers too often. Flipping the burgers too often can make them tough. Flip the burgers only once, when they are cooked about halfway through.
- Let the burgers rest before serving. This will help to keep the juices in the burgers and prevent them from drying out.
Conclusion:
Beef and zucchini burgers are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. They are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they are easy to make. Whether you are grilling them in the summer or cooking them in a skillet on the stovetop, beef and zucchini burgers are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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