Burgers with Green Tomato Salsa Recipe

Name: Burgers with Green Tomato Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 green tomatoes, diced; Juice of 2 limes; 1 tablespoon sugar; Kosher salt; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 small red onion, diced; 1 red jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped; 4 ears of corn, husked and halved; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, plus more for the grill; Freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef; 4 sesame hamburger buns; 1/2 cup prepared guacamole

Servings: persons

2 green tomatoes, diced
Juice of 2 limes
1 tablespoon sugar
Kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 small red onion, diced
1 red jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
4 ears of corn, husked and halved
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, plus more for the grill
Freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
4 sesame hamburger buns
1/2 cup prepared guacamole

1
Preheat a grill to medium high.
2
Make the salsa: Combine the tomatoes, lime juice, sugar and 1 teaspoon salt in a small microwave-safe bowl.
3
Microwave 2 minutes, then stir in the cilantro, red onion and jalapeno; set aside.
4
Toss the corn with the vegetable oil in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper.
5
Form the beef into four 1-inch-thick patties; season with salt and pepper.
6
Lightly brush the grill grates with vegetable oil.
7
Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until marked and tender, about8 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, grill the burgers about 4 minutes per side for medium rare.
9
Toast the buns on the grill.
10
Sandwich the burgers on the buns with the guacamole and salsa.
11
Serve with the corn.
12
Photograph by Charles Masters

736

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 green tomatoes, diced, Juice of 2 limes, 1 tablespoon sugar, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Burgers with Green Tomato Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Burgers with Green Tomato Salsa

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Variations & substitutions

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