Mouthwatering Italian Grilled Hamburgers in Under 30 Minutes

Delicious Italian Grilled Hamburgers featuring savory sausage, vibrant peppers, and melty mozzarella, ready in under 30 minutes!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 5 burgers

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Burger Patties

1 pound Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage Can substitute with chicken sausage for a leaner option.
1 pound Extra-Lean Ground Beef Use 93%-96% lean for best texture.
1 tablespoon Salt-Free Italian Seasoning Use equal parts dried basil, oregano, and thyme if unavailable.
0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Can reduce if using a seasoned sausage.

For Grilling

2 medium Green Peppers Any color can be substituted.
1 medium Sweet Onion Red or yellow onion works as a substitute.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with avocado oil for higher heat cooking.

For Topping

5 slices Fresh Mozzarella Can substitute with provolone or another melting cheese.
5 whole Whole Grain Buns Gluten-free options available if needed.
5 slices Tomato Use heirloom for enhanced flavor.

Equipment

grill
mixing bowl
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Italian Grilled Hamburgers

Begin by slicing the green peppers and sweet onion into thick rings. Toss the vegetables with olive oil and salt-free Italian seasoning until well coated.
In a large bowl, combine the crumbled sweet Italian turkey sausage and extra-lean ground beef. Mix in remaining salt-free Italian seasoning carefully and shape into 5 equal patties.
Preheat your grill to medium at about 350°F to 400°F, brushing the grates lightly with oil.
Grill the vegetables for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and charred.
Place the patties on the grill, spacing apart, and grill for 5 to 8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
Before removing burgers, place a slice of mozzarella on each patty and close grill lid for about 1 minute to melt cheese.
Assemble the burgers by placing patties on whole grain buns, layering with grilled peppers, onions, and a slice of tomato.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overworking meat when forming patties. Let burgers rest after cooking for juiciness. Prep ahead for busy weeknights.

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