Description
Juicy beef patties topped with melted American cheese and crisp veggies on toasted buns. A patriotic, easy-to-assemble burger perfect for grilled summer feasts.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
4 burger buns
4 slices American cheese
4 lettuce leaves (iceberg or romaine)
1 medium tomato, sliced
1 small onion, sliced (red or white)
4 pickle spears
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp mustard
Instructions
Divide ground beef into 4 equal 4-ounce portions
Form into patties with slightly flattened centers
Chill buns in the refrigerator until assembly
Preheat grill to medium-high heat
Grill patties 3-4 minutes per side
Add cheese slices during the last 2 minutes
Toast buns on the grill
Assemble with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and condiments
Notes
Chill buns to prevent sogginess
Use Monterey Jack or cheddar as cheese substitute
Swap with turkey or chicken breast for leaner protein
Caramelized洋葱 adds sweetness
Pre-formed patties ensure even grilling
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg