Basil Bruschetta Mozzarella Burgers
Juicy, melty mozzarella burgers are piled high with a flavorful basil bruschetta topping for the BEST summer burger any cookout could ask for!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
Bruschetta Topping
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced into 1-in cubes
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried minced garlic
- 1/4 cup minced fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Burgers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella
- 4 hamburger buns, split in half and toasted
- 4 leaves lettuce
Instructions
Bruschetta Topping
- In a medium bowl, combine all topping ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill in refrigerator until ready to use.
Burgers
- Place ground beef in a large bowl and knead in garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Form into 4 patties and season both sides with salt and pepper to taste.
- Grill burgers over medium-high heat 4-5 minutes per side, flipping once until reaches your desired doneness (typically 10 minutes total for a medium cook) Top burgers with a slice of mozzarella during last 3 minutes of cooking and cook until melted.
- Place a lettuce leaf on each burger bun and top with burger. Spoon bruschetta topping on top. Serve burgers immediately and enjoy!