Island Honey Burgers

Transform your backyard BBQ into a tropical paradise with these irresistible Island Honey Burgers! Featuring juicy, perfectly seasoned ground beef patties infused with honey, soy sauce, and a hint of ginger, these burgers bring a sweet-savory twist to your grilling repertoire. The star of the recipe is the caramelized grilled pineapple, brushed with honey for a touch of natural sweetness that perfectly complements the smoky, charred flavors. Served on toasted burger buns with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, and a dollop of creamy mayonnaise, these burgers are an explosion of island-inspired flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts. Pair these tropical delights with sweet potato fries or a zesty tropical salad for the ultimate getaway on a plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 4 pieces Pineapple rings (fresh or canned, drained)
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 1.5 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Ground ginger
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 4 Hamburger buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 4 pieces Tomato slices
• 4 tbsp Mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil (for grilling)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, 1 tablespoon of honey, soy sauce, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until evenly combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4-inch thick. Use your thumb to make a shallow indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly brush the grill grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Place the beef patties on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for medium doneness. Remove the patties from the grill and let them rest for 3 minutes.

Step 5

While the burgers are cooking, brush the pineapple rings lightly with the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey. Grill the pineapple rings for 1-2 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and they are slightly caramelized.

Step 6

Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until lightly golden brown.

Step 7

To assemble the burgers, spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a lettuce leaf, a cooked burger patty, a grilled pineapple ring, and a tomato slice. Finish with the top half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve the Island Honey Burgers immediately with your favorite sides, such as sweet potato fries or a fresh tropical salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1329.2 grams (1329.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2446

Total Fat 167.10g	214%
Saturated Fat 50.20g	251%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 373mg	124%
Sodium 3223mg	140%
Total Carbohydrate 162.90g	59%
Dietary Fiber 63.50g	227%
Total Sugars 76.90g
Protein 138.30g	277%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 236mg	18%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 1626mg	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: 55.5%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 24.1%