Basil Pesto Burger

The Basil Pesto Burger is a delightful fusion of Italian flavors and classic burger elements, featuring juicy halal beef patties topped with a vibrant homemade basil pesto. Served on a toasted bun with fresh mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes, this burger is a gourmet treat that's easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• ground halal beef - 250 grams
• salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• garlic powder - 1/4 teaspoon
• basil leaves - 40 grams (for pesto)
• pine nuts - 30 grams
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
• extra virgin olive oil - 60 ml
• lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• burger buns - 2
• fresh mozzarella - 100 grams (sliced)
• sun-dried tomatoes - 50 grams (chopped)
• arugula or mixed greens - a handful

Steps

1. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the basil pesto.
2. In a bowl, mix the ground halal beef with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Form the mixture into two patties.
3. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
4. While the patties are cooking, cut the burger buns in half and toast them lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
5. Assemble the burgers by spreading a generous amount of basil pesto on the bottom half of each bun. Place the cooked beef patty on top, followed by slices of fresh mozzarella, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and a handful of arugula.
6. Top with the other half of the bun, serve immediately, and enjoy your Basil Pesto Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from the beef, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and nuts, beneficial for heart health.

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