How to Make Caprese Burger - A Step-by-Step Guide

Caprese salad, a simple yet delicious combination of fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, is a classic Italian dish that has found its way onto many menus around the world. It is a summer staple, perfect for enjoying on a warm day with a glass of wine or a refreshing cocktail. But have you ever thought about turning this beloved salad into a burger?

The Caprese burger takes all the flavors of the traditional Caprese salad and elevates them to a new level by placing the...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 thick slices tomato
  • 1 ⅓ pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
  • 4 hamburger buns, split

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Whisk balsamic vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour over tomato slices to marinate.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix ground beef, tomato paste, basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Form beef mixture into 4 equal patties.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until the burgers are cooked to your desired degree of doneness, about 5 minutes per side for well done. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Top each burger with mozzarella cheese; allow to melt. Serve on hamburger buns with marinated tomato slices.
  • Nutrition

    561 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 132mg
    • Sodium: 485mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 41g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 302mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 558mg