Spicy Barbecue Burgers with Blue Cheese-Carrot Slaw

Name: Spicy Barbecue Burgers with Blue Cheese-Carrot Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. shredded carrots; 13 c. chunky blue-cheese dressing; 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 lb. ground beef; 1/2 tsp. chipotle chili powder; 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 1 tsp. salt; 4 Hamburger buns; 1 tbsp. canola oil; 4 Romaine lettuce leaves; 1/2 c. smoky chipotle chili barbecue sauce, or your favorite barbecue sauce; 1 minced chipotle chile in adobo sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

2 c. shredded carrots
13 c. chunky blue-cheese dressing
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1/2 tsp. chipotle chili powder
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. salt
4 Hamburger buns
1 tbsp. canola oil
4 Romaine lettuce leaves
1/2 c. smoky chipotle chili barbecue sauce, or your favorite barbecue sauce
1 minced chipotle chile in adobo sauce (optional)

1
Slaw: In a medium bowl, toss ingredients to blend.
2
Burgers: Prepare an outdoor grill or heat a stovetop grill pan to medium.
3
In a medium bowl, gently mix beef, 1/4 cup of the barbecue sauce (or barbecue sauce mixture), chili powder, cumin, and salt.
4
Divide mixture evenly and shape into 4 patties, each about 3/4-inch thick.
5
Brush hamburger buns with oil, then toast on grill, 1 to 2 minutes; set aside.
6
Grill burgers 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare, brushing with the remaining 1/4 cup sauce.
7
Place a piece of lettuce on bottom of each bun; top with burger, then slaw.
8
Replace top half of bun.

3831

kcal

Calories

305

Fat

Carbs

243

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. shredded carrots, 13 c. chunky blue-cheese dressing, 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice, 1 1/2 lb. ground beef, and more.

Yes, Spicy Barbecue Burgers with Blue Cheese-Carrot Slaw falls under the Salads 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!