Juicy Ground Beef Smash Burgers with Feta Cheese Twist
Juicy Ground Beef Smash Burgers with Feta Cheese Twist are a crowd-pleasing delight that perfectly marries the rich, savory flavor of grilled beef with the tangy creaminess of feta cheese. These smash burgers boast a crispy crust and a juicy interior, making them an ideal choice for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners. Simple to prepare and endlessly customizable, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 soft burger buns
- Fresh lettuce and sliced tomatoes for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- In a mixing bowl, gently combine ground beef, garlic powder, salt, and pepper without overmixing.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and form loose balls.
- Place each ball on the grill/skillet and smash down with a spatula to create a patty. Cook for about 3 minutes until browned.
- Add crumbled feta cheese on top of each patty just before removing from heat; cover for 1 minute to melt slightly.
- Assemble burgers on buns with fresh lettuce and tomatoes, then serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg