Barbecued Olive and Pesto Burgers

Elevate your burger game with these irresistible Barbecued Olive and Pesto Burgers—a savory masterpiece perfect for grilling season! Juicy ground beef patties infused with Parmesan and garlic are grilled to perfection, then crowned with a zesty topping of black and green olives blended with aromatic basil pesto. Nestled on a toasted bun with a creamy layer of mayonnaise, peppery arugula, and fresh tomato slices, each bite offers a delightful balance of rich, briny, and herbaceous flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for quick weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues. Serve these gourmet-style burgers hot off the grill for a restaurant-quality meal that’s bound to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 cup pitted green olives
• 0.5 cup pitted black olives
• 0.25 cup prepared basil pesto
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves finely minced garlic
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 4 pieces burger buns
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup arugula
• 1 medium sliced tomato
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or prepare charcoal for grilling.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Mix gently with your hands without overworking the meat.

Step 3

Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions and form into burger patties about ¾-inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to help them cook evenly.

Step 4

Brush the patties lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking and set aside.

Step 5

Roughly chop the green and black olives and mix them with the prepared basil pesto in a small bowl. Set this topping mixture aside.

Step 6

Place burger patties on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium doneness, or to your liking. Avoid pressing down on the patties to keep them juicy.

Step 7

In the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill cut-side down until golden brown.

Step 8

Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Top with a handful of arugula, a slice of tomato, and a cooked burger patty.

Step 9

Spoon the olive and pesto mixture over each patty generously, then close the burger with the top bun.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy the savory combination of flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1047.5 grams (1047.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2712

Total Fat 203.40g	261%
Saturated Fat 54.10g	271%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 397mg	132%
Sodium 4045mg	176%
Total Carbohydrate 110.20g	40%
Dietary Fiber 11.60g	41%
Total Sugars 12.60g
Protein 101.20g	202%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 586mg	45%
Iron 41mg	230%
Potassium 1663mg	35%

*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: 68.4%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 16.5%