Athenian Gorgonzola Burgers

Get a taste of Greece with these savory burgers, combining fresh basil, Gorgonzola cheese, and garlic. Simple and decadent. Perfect on any bun or try pita bread for something exotic.

Prep: 15 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 25 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground sirloin
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 (4 ounce) container crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat an grill at medium-high heat.
2. Oil grill grate Lightly, around four inches from heat.

Step 2

1. Blend together ground sirloin, garlic, onion powder, Gorgonzola, and basil until evenly mixed.
2. Divide mixture to form four patties.

Step 3

1. Grill patties on grill until meat is evenly browned and center is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

350 calories; protein 30.3g 61% DV; carbohydrates 0.8g; fat 23.9g 37% DV; cholesterol 108.1mg 36% DV; sodium 348mg 14% DV.