An Italian-style burger that sounds like a dream, right? Imagine a juicy grilled beef burger served on a crispy bun with creamy mozzarella, ripe tomato, and fresh basil. This flavor combo is classically Italian and always a hit.
And the best part? This burger is super simple to make. Whether you grill it on the BBQ or in a grill pan, it turns out perfectly every time.
Juicy Beef Caprese Burger With Tomato and Mozzarella
Caprese is the well-known trio of tomato, mozzarella, and basil, usually seen in a fresh salad. I took those same delicious flavors and turned them into a burger. A toasted bun, a juicy burger, fresh toppings, and a creamy pesto mayo turn this into a real showstopper.
Perfect for a summer BBQ with friends, a cozy lunch, or any time you want something a bit special without spending hours in the kitchen.
Tips for the Perfect Italian Burger Recipe With Mozzarella and Basil:
- Take the burgers out of the fridge in time so they cook evenly.
- Press a small dent in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up.
- Make sure your grill pan or BBQ is hot to get a nice sear.
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Ingredients
Topping
- 4 oz. mozzarella, small slices
- 1-2 tomatoes, Roma, small slices
- ½ oz. fresh basil, leaves only
Pesto mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red pesto
- 5 tablespoons mayonnaise
Hamburger
- 4 hamburgers, beef
- 4 hamburger buns
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Instructions
Preparation
- Take the burgers out of the fridge 15 minutes before grilling so they come to room temperature.4 hamburgers
- Tear the basil leaves if they're large.½ oz. fresh basil
- Mix the red pesto and mayo until smooth.5 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons red pesto
Grill
- Preheat the grill or BBQ until hot.
- Cut the burger buns in half and toast the insides for about 3 minutes until golden. Set aside.4 hamburger buns
- Grill the burgers for 3 minutes per side for medium or 5 minutes per side for well done.
Build the Burger
- Place the bottom bun on a plate. Add the grilled burger.
- Top with two slices of mozzarella. Layer on two slices of tomato.4 oz. mozzarella, 1-2 tomatoes
- Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of pesto mayo.
- Sprinkle fresh basil on top.
- Place the top bun over it. Repeat for the rest of the burgers and serve right away.
Notes
- Want more veggies? Add arugula under the burger for extra crunch.
- Extra flavor? Drizzle the tomatoes with balsamic vinegar or glaze.
- Prefer a different taste? Swap red pesto for green pesto.
- Low-carb? Skip the bun and serve over a bed of lettuce.
- Refrigerator: Store the burgers for up to 2 days and keep them chilled.
- Freezer: Burgers and buns freeze well. Store burgers for up to 3 months, buns for 1 month.
- Reheat: Warm burgers in a skillet or microwave. Toast the buns in the oven for crispiness.
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Freya says
Yummy! I love caprese flavours!!
Addison says
This burger is insane!
Chef Dennis says
Yum! My tummy is growling right now!
Andréa says
It sure is delicious!
Andréa says
Thank you!