Zucchini Salsa Burgers
Elevate your burger game with these irresistible Zucchini Salsa Burgers—an easy and flavorful recipe that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or your next backyard barbecue. Packed with tender ground beef, freshly grated zucchini for added moisture, aromatic minced garlic, and a kick of ground cumin, these juicy patties are grilled to perfection and topped with a vibrant, tangy salsa. The recipe is customizable with optional melted cheddar cheese and toasted burger buns, making it a crowd-pleaser for all tastes. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll love how effortlessly this dish brings together wholesome ingredients for a healthy yet indulgent meal. Perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor, these zucchini salsa burgers are sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 medium (grated) Zucchini
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.75 cup Salsa
- 4 Burger buns
- 4 leaves Lettuce
- 4 Cheddar cheese slices (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, grated zucchini, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
3. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties about ¾ inch thick.
4. Brush each patty lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking while cooking.
5. Place the patties on the preheated grill or grill pan and cook for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for medium doneness.
6. If using cheddar cheese, place one slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking to let it melt.
7. Toast the burger buns on the grill for 1–2 minutes until golden brown, if desired.
8. Spread a spoonful of salsa on the bottom half of each bun. Place a lettuce leaf on top, followed by the cooked patty.
9. Add another spoonful of salsa on top of the patty, then finish with the top half of the bun.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and juicy zucchini salsa burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
670 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.4 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 1114 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 33.8 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 613 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
