Best Grilled Beef Burgers Recipes

GRILLED BEEF BURGERS

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I rely on a few common ingredients to put a new twist on a backyard barbecue staple. To make handling the patties even easier, let them firm up in the freezer a bit before grilling. -Lynda Ferguson of Sarnia, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 large egg whites
2/3 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
8 multigrain hamburger buns, split
8 lettuce leaves
8 tomato slices

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight patties., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill burgers, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 530mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED BARBECUED BEEF AND BEAN BURGERS

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Betty Crocker's Diabetes Cookbook and Heart Healthy Cookbook share a recipe! With beefy bean burgers that are ready in less than 30 minutes, you can have your meat and fiber, too.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1 can (15 to 16 oz) great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1/4 cup finely crushed saltine crackers (about 7 squares)
2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
Leaf lettuce, if desired
5 whole-grain hamburger buns, split
5 teaspoons barbecue sauce
Sliced tomato and sliced onion, if desired

Steps:

Heat gas or charcoal grill. In large bowl, mix beef, beans, cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce, the pepper and egg. Shape into 5 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
Brush grill rack with vegetable oil. Place patties on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 5 minutes. Turn; cook covered 5 to 6 minutes longer or until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F.
Place lettuce and patties on bottom halves of buns. Spread each patty with 1 teaspoon barbecue sauce. Top with tomato and onion. Cover with bun tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1/2 g