Bruschetta Burgers

5 from 8 votes

This gourmet burger is served on toasted French bread and topped with fresh mozzarella cheese, bruschetta topping and balsamic glaze. To say this burger is "epic" is an understatement!

Prep Time30

Cook Time10

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: beef burger, bruschetta, burger, juicy burger

Servings:

Calories: 586kcal

Author: Kelsey Byrnes

Ingredients

Toasted French Bread

4 large slices French or Italian bread (or 8 small slices)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt

Bruschetta Topping

1 1/2 cups diced roma tomatoes diced
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic

Burger Patty

1 pound 80/20 ground beef
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic

Other Toppings

fresh basil leaves
4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
balsamic glaze

Instructions

Prepare the "bun"

In a small bowl, combine the oil, garlic powder and salt.
Cut each slice of bread into two pieces to form the tops and bottoms of your burger.
Brush the oil on both sides of each slice of bread.
Place a skillet over medium heat on the stove. Add the bread slices and cook for a couple minutes on each side until toasted. Set aside.

Make the bruschetta topping

Combine the diced tomatoes, oil, salt, onion, basil, black pepper and garlic in a small bowl.
Set aside until ready to serve.

Make the burgers

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the ground beef, salt and garlic using a wooden spoon or your hands.
Once combined (don't over-mix!), form into four equal-sized patties.
Heat the grill to 450°F. Add the burger patties.
Cook for 3-4 minutes and flip the burger.
Cook an additional 3 minutes on the second side, or until the burger reaches an internal temperature of 160°F for well-done.

Build the burgers

Start with a slice of the toast then layer a couple basil leaves, the burger patty, a slice of mozzarella and 1/3 c bruschetta topping. Drizzle with the balsamic glaze and top with the other slice of bread.
Enjoy!!

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