Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable pesto hamburgers, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with every bite. These burgers are not just ordinary patties; they're an explosion of herbs, nuts, and tangy cheese, all harmoniously blended together to create a burger experience like no other.
Our first recipe takes you on a Mediterranean journey with a classic basil pesto and juicy beef patty, topped with a burst of fresh mozzarella. If you prefer a spicier kick, our jalapeño pesto burger is sure to satisfy, featuring a zesty blend of jalapeño peppers, cilantro, and lime. For those with a taste for adventure, our sun-dried tomato pesto burger combines sweet sun-dried tomatoes, roasted pine nuts, and a hint of Parmesan cheese for a unique and flavorful twist.
Vegetarians, rejoice! Our portobello mushroom pesto burger is a meatless marvel, where succulent portobello mushrooms take center stage, grilled to perfection and smothered in a creamy pesto sauce. And for those seeking a gluten-free option, our chickpea pesto burger offers a hearty patty made from chickpeas, quinoa, and a vibrant pesto, served on a bed of fresh arugula.
No matter your dietary preferences, our pesto hamburger recipes cater to every palate. So, fire up the grill, gather your friends and family, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.
CAPRESE BURGERS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For the burgers: Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Combine the beef, pesto, Parmesan, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Form the mixture into eight 4-inch-diameter patties, each about 3/4-inch thick. Grill for 5 minutes. Turn the burgers over and place a slice of mozzarella on top. Cook for about 5 minutes longer until the burgers are cooked through and the cheese is slightly melted. Allow the burgers to rest for 5 minutes.
- For the pesto mayonnaise: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and pesto until smooth.
- To assemble the burgers: Drizzle the cut side of the bread with olive oil and grill until lightly toasted, 1 to 2 minutes. Spread the pesto mayonnaise over the bottom halves of the grilled bread. Place the burgers on top and add 2 tomato slices. Add the top halves of the bread and serve.
- Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven until lightly toasted, 6 to 8 minutes. Cool completely before using. Combine the basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, salt, pepper and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. With the machine running, gradually add the olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
PESTO HAMBURGERS
Purchase pre-shaped patties in the meat section of your local grocery store for these tasty pesto burgers. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Shape beef into four 3/4-in.-thick patties. Season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook patties over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes on each side. , Top each burger with a slice of cheese, 2 tablespoons pesto and pepper strips. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Serve on buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 716 calories, Fat 45g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 161mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 51g protein.
PRESTO PESTO HAMBURGER MAC
My British friend and I created this recipe inspired by a dish she had eaten in an Italian restaurant. So easy and delicious!
Provided by Melody
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Stir pesto and sour cream into ground beef until warmed; add macaroni and mix well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 61.5 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 217.1 mg, Sugar 2 g
PESTO BURGERS
Make and share this Pesto Burgers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by KelBel
Categories Meat
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine beef, pesto, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, salt and pepper. Mix together thoroughly and shape into 6 patties.
- Grill burgers to desired doneness. Top with cheese slices just before burgers finish cooking.
- Serve burgers on onion rolls with the mayonnaise, tomatoes and onion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.8, Fat 27, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 96.8, Sodium 751, Carbohydrate 39.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.5, Protein 37
PESTO CHICKEN BURGERS
Rethink your burger with ground chicken. Then add tomatoes and fragrant pesto to give this sandwich a delicious twist.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Ground Chicken Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a food processor, puree basil, spinach, garlic, walnuts, oil, and 1 tablespoon water. Season pesto with salt and pepper.
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Combine 1 tablespoon pesto, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and chicken and form into 4 patties. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. Brush tomatoes with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill patties, covered, 4 minutes. Flip patties and top with cheese. Add tomatoes to grill and cook, flipping once, until tomatoes are lightly charred and burgers are opaque throughout, 4 minutes.
- Assemble sandwiches in focaccia with pesto, burgers, and tomatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 g, Fat 27 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 6 g
PESTO TURKEY BURGERS
This is an awesome turkey burger with garlic, pesto, feta cheese, and seasoned salt. Even my husband liked it and he typically will only eat traditional burgers!
Provided by ELADOUSA
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
- Mix together ground turkey, pesto, garlic, feta cheese, 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt, and breadcrumbs in a bowl until evenly blended. Form into 4 patties.
- Grill pesto burgers until no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. Sprinkle with seasoned salt halfway through cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 34.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 906.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
PESTO BURGERS (LIGHT)
Make and share this Pesto Burgers (Light) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Redsie
Categories Meat
Time 20m
Yield 5 burgers, 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix the beef, bread crumbs, green onion, basil, 1/4 cup of pesto, egg and garlic by hand and shape into 5 burgers.
- Grill or sauté until done, about 7 minutes per side.
- Serve the burgers with the remaining 1/4 cup of pesto.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.8, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 98.6, Sodium 180.4, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.6, Protein 21.7
PESTO-STUFFED PORTOBELLO BURGERS
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, easy, for two, lunch, quick, weekday, burgers, main course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Carefully remove the stems from the portobellos and scoop out the gills using a spoon. In a large bowl, toss the portobellos with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, pepper, crushed garlic and chopped basil. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat remaining oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the portobellos (in batches if necessary), rounded side down, and cook 7 minutes. Flip the mushrooms over and cook another 5 to 7 minutes. The mushrooms should be releasing liquid. Flip over again so the cavity is up, and spread a heaped tablespoon of pesto in each cavity. Cook another 2 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and juicy and the pesto is warm. The mushrooms will release more liquid into the pan, then the liquid will evaporate. Serve on hamburger buns if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 182, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 432 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh basil for the pesto to get the best flavor. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but it won't be as flavorful.
- Toast the pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, stirring constantly, until they are golden brown. This brings out their flavor and makes them more fragrant.
- Use a food processor to make the pesto. This will give you a smooth and consistent sauce. If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese by hand, but it will take longer.
- Season the ground beef with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to bring out the flavor of the meat.
- Cook the ground beef over medium heat until it is cooked through. This will help to prevent the meat from drying out.
- Spread the pesto over the cooked ground beef. You can use as much or as little pesto as you like.
Conclusion:
These pesto hamburgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They're perfect for a summer cookout or a quick weeknight dinner. The pesto adds a flavorful twist to the classic hamburger, and the toasted pine nuts add a nice crunch. Serve these hamburgers with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese.
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