The Best Grilled Hamburgers

Fire up the grill and get ready to craft "The Best Grilled Hamburgers," a simple yet flavor-packed recipe that will elevate your burger game. Made with a perfectly balanced 80/20 lean-to-fat ground beef blend and seasoned with a savory mix of garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce, these juicy patties are designed for maximum tenderness and flavor. Grilled to perfection over medium-high heat and topped with melty cheddar cheese (if desired), they're nestled in buttery toasted buns and layered with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, crisp red onion, and tangy pickles. Customize with your favorite condiments for a personalized masterpiece that's perfect for summer cookouts or casual weeknight dinners. Ready in just 30 minutes, these homemade burgers are destined to be the star of your next backyard barbecue!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 6 slices cheddar cheese slices (optional)
• 6 pieces hamburger buns
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 6 leaves lettuce, washed
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 0.5 large red onion, sliced
• 12 slices pickle slices
• 0 to taste ketchup
• 0 to taste mustard
• 0 to taste mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix to avoid tough burgers.

Step 2

Divide the meat mixture into six equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick and slightly larger than the size of your buns to account for shrinkage during cooking. Use your thumb to make a shallow indentation in the center of each patty to help them cook evenly.

Step 3

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F) and oil the grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Place the patties on the preheated grill. Close the lid and grill for 4–5 minutes on the first side without pressing down on them. This helps retain the juices.

Step 5

Flip the burgers and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes on the other side, or until they reach your desired doneness. For medium, the internal temperature should be about 160°F.

Step 6

If adding cheese, place a slice of cheddar on each patty during the last minute of cooking and close the lid to melt the cheese.

Step 7

Lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, being careful not to burn them.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers by placing a grilled patty on the bottom half of a bun. Add lettuce, a slice of tomato, onions, pickles, and your choice of condiments such as ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade grilled hamburgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1868.2 grams (1868.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3918

Total Fat 293.10g	376%
Saturated Fat 123.40g	617%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.30g
Cholesterol 821mg	274%
Sodium 7654mg	333%
Total Carbohydrate 118.60g	43%
Dietary Fiber 93.20g	333%
Total Sugars 12.70g
Protein 286.50g	573%

Vitamin D 92IU	461%
Calcium 1609mg	124%
Iron 30mg	167%
Potassium 2749mg	58%

*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: 61.9%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 11.1%