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Blueberry Feta Burgers

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Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries (half lightly mashed, half whole)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 4 brioche burger buns
  • 2 cups baby arugula
  • 4 rings red onion
  • 1/4 cup honey mustard sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F). Oil the grates well.
  2. Gently wash and dry blueberries. Lightly mash about half of them with a fork.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, whole and mashed blueberries, crumbled feta cheese, chopped red onion, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add optional ingredients if using.
  4. Gently mix with your hands just until ingredients are evenly distributed.
  5. Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and form into patties about 1-inch thick. Make a slight indent in the center of each patty with your thumb.
  6. Refrigerate formed patties for 15-20 minutes to help them firm up.
  7. Place patties on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness (160°F internal temperature).
  8. During the last minute of cooking, add additional feta on top if desired.
  9. Toast buns cut-side down on the grill for 30-60 seconds.
  10. Let cooked patties rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
  11. Assemble burgers with honey mustard sauce, arugula, burger patty, sliced red onion, and additional feta if desired.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh blueberries rather than frozen. If using frozen, thaw and drain well before adding to the meat mixture.
  • These burgers are more delicate than traditional beef patties, so handle with care when flipping.
  • The natural sugars in blueberries caramelize beautifully, creating a slight crust on the outside of the burger.
  • Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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