Tuscan Burgers

Take your burger night to the next level with these irresistible Tuscan Burgers, a Mediterranean-inspired twist on a classic favorite. Bursting with bold flavors, these patties are infused with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, creating a taste profile that’s both savory and aromatic. Topped with melty mozzarella, a tangy lemon mayo, and peppery arugula, and served on golden-toasted buns, these burgers are a true gourmet delight. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and offers an unforgettable blend of textures and flavors. Whether grilled or pan-seared, these Tuscan Burgers are guaranteed to impress at your next meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.25 cup Sun-dried tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 large Garlic clove
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 4 pieces Mozzarella cheese, slices
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 1 cup Arugula
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes, basil leaves, and garlic clove.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, basil, garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 3

Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties about 1 inch thick. Press a small indentation into the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.

Step 4

Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil.

Step 5

Cook the burger patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness. Add a slice of mozzarella cheese to each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover with a lid to melt the cheese.

Step 6

While the burgers cook, lightly toast the burger buns in a separate skillet or toaster.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and lemon juice to make a tangy spread.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers: spread the lemon mayo on the bottom half of each bun, add a handful of arugula, place the cooked patties on top, and finish with the top bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Tuscan Burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	870.5 grams (870.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2475

Total Fat 172.00g	221%
Saturated Fat 56.30g	282%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.50g
Cholesterol 480mg	160%
Sodium 4680mg	203%
Total Carbohydrate 107.10g	39%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 15.70g
Protein 123.40g	247%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1268mg	98%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 1885mg	40%

*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: 62.7%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 17.3%