CHIMICHURRI BURGERS

Chimichurri Burgers image

Provided by Simply Fresh Cooking

Categories Meat

Time 35m

Yield 6 Burgers, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

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1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, trimmed of thick stems (firmly packed)
3 -4 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons oregano leaves, fresh
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 lbs 85% lean ground beef
6 whole grain buns
6 slices smoked gouda cheese
1 red onion, sliced into 6 thin, round pieces
salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

In a food processor fitted with a metal blade; add all chimichurri ingredients and pulse on high until desired consistency is reached. Remove to a serving bowl and set aside.
Form ground beef into 6 burger patties, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook burgers however you like them -- on the grill, in a pan, or under the broiler, and melt cheese slices on top.
Serve with red onion and chimichurri sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Fat 40.8, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 102.9, Sodium 494.9, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.9, Protein 28.8