Barbecue Burgers

Fire up the grill and get ready to savor the ultimate Barbecue Burgers – a smoky, flavor-packed classic perfect for your next backyard cookout. Made from juicy ground beef seasoned with a mouthwatering blend of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, these patties are grilled to perfection and generously brushed with tangy barbecue sauce for an extra kick. Topped with melted cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, crunchy pickles, and optional garnishes like jalapeños, these burgers are sandwiched in buttery, toasted buns for the ultimate bite. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, this easy-to-follow recipe serves four and pairs beautifully with fries, coleslaw, or potato salad. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or craving a quick grilled treat, these Barbecue Burgers are guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 cup barbecue sauce
• 4 slices cheddar cheese slices
• 4 buns hamburger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 leaves lettuce leaves
• 8 slices tomato slices
• 12 slices pickle slices
• 0 optional toppings (like sliced onions or jalapeños)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 3

Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties, about 3/4-inch thick. Press a small indent in the center of each patty with your thumb to help them cook evenly.

Step 4

Place the burger patties on the preheated grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until browned. Flip the burgers and brush the top of each patty with barbecue sauce.

Step 5

Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the burgers reach your desired doneness (internal temperature should be 160°F for fully cooked beef). In the last minute, add a cheese slice to each burger to melt.

Step 6

While burgers are cooking, lightly butter the insides of the hamburger buns. Toast the buns on the grill until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each toasted bun, followed by a cooked burger patty. Add tomato slices, pickle slices, and any optional toppings you like.

Step 8

Spread a small amount of barbecue sauce on the top half of the bun for extra flavor, then place the bun on top of the burger.

Step 9

Serve warm with your favorite sides like fries, coleslaw, or potato salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1246.4 grams (1246.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2460

Total Fat 169.00g	217%
Saturated Fat 81.00g	405%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 479mg	160%
Sodium 6718mg	292%
Total Carbohydrate 130.10g	47%
Dietary Fiber 62.20g	222%
Total Sugars 51.70g
Protein 164.80g	330%

Vitamin D 33IU	163%
Calcium 1119mg	86%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 1997mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.3%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 19.3%