Easy Beef Burgers
Easy Beef Burgers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering or cozy dinner at home. With sizzling beef, customizable toppings, and a deliciously juicy bite, these burgers promise to elevate your mealtime experience. Quick to prepare and perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, you’ll find that they’re not just a meal—they’re a celebration of flavor and togetherness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb 80% lean ground beef
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 soft brioche burger buns
- Toppings of your choice (e.g., lettuce, tomato, cheese)
- Condiments (e.g., ketchup, mustard, mayo)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and gathering all items.
- In a large bowl, gently mix ground beef with salt and pepper.
- Form the mixture into four equal patties (¾ inch thick), creating an indentation in the center of each.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat; lightly oil if using a skillet.
- Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until a crust forms and desired doneness is reached (medium rare at 130°F).
- Optionally add cheese during the last minute of cooking to melt.
- Assemble your burgers with buns and toppings of choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with seasonings like garlic powder or smoked paprika. Swap ground beef for turkey or plant-based alternatives as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently in a skillet.