Smoky Pesto Cheeseburgers Recipe

Name: Smoky Pesto Cheeseburgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 zucchini; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch pepper; ½ cup shredded smoked mozzarella cheese; 4 hamburger buns with sesame seeds; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons pesto sauce; ¼ cup dry breadcrumbs; 1 small onion, grated; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 lb lean ground beef

Servings: persons

1 zucchini
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
½ cup shredded smoked mozzarella cheese
4 hamburger buns with sesame seeds
1 egg
2 tablespoons pesto sauce
¼ cup dry breadcrumbs
1 small onion, grated
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 lb lean ground beef

1
Slice zucchini lengthwise into 1/4 inch thick slices; place in bowl.
2
Add oil, salt and pepper; toss.
3
Place on greased grill over medium heat; close lid and grill turning once, until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
4
(Make ahead: let cool on platter; cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours).
5
Burgers: In large bowl, beat egg with pesto; stir in bread crumbs, onion, mustard, salt and pepper.
6
Add beef; mix just until combined.
7
Shape into four 3/4 inch thick patties.
8
Place patties on greased grill over medium heat; close lid and gril, turning once, until digital thermometer reads 160F, 12 to 14 minutes.
9
Top with cheese; grill until melted, about 2 minutes.
10
Top with zucchini.
11
Sandwich in buns.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 zucchini, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 pinch salt, 1 pinch pepper, and more.

Yes, Smoky Pesto Cheeseburgers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Smoky Pesto Cheeseburgers

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