Basil Burgers with Sun-Dried Tomato Mayonnaise

Name: Basil Burgers with Sun-Dried Tomato Mayonnaise
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: Indian Recipes, Italian Recipes
Ingredients: 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil); 1 cup boiling water; 1 cup fat-free mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean); 3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; 6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split; Additional fresh basil leaves, optional

I often end up with a bumper crop of basil—here's a favorite way to use some of it. These burgers feature great Italian flavor. The gooey, cheesy centers and scrumptious topping are irresistible. —Virginia Kochis, Springfield, Virginia

Ingredients

1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1 cup boiling water
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
Additional fresh basil leaves, optional

Directions

In a small bowl, combine tomatoes and water. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain. In a food processor, combine mayonnaise and tomatoes; cover and process until blended. Chill until serving.
In a large bowl, combine the Worcestershire sauce, basil, Italian seasoning, garlic, pepper and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 12 thin patties. Place 2 tablespoons cheese on six patties; top with remaining patties and press edges firmly to seal.
On a greased grill, cook burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Serve on buns with mayonnaise mixture and, if desired, additional basil.

Nutrition Facts

1 burger: 355 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 904mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 30g protein.

Originally published as Basil Burgers with Sun-Dried Tomato Mayonnaise in Healthy Cooking June/July 2011

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Thomas

Aug 25, 2019

After tasting the tomato/mayo mixture on its own, I thought it would be absolutely disgusting. However, I decided to take a leap of faith and put it on the burger. While disgusting on its own, it works SO well with the burger. This was absolutely amazing.
CarrieBerry4Chad

Aug 22, 2019

These were a nice change from a standard grilled burger! The basil and sauce definitely give it more of an Italian vibe. We had a lot of sauce leftover though.
preachermom

Jun 2, 2018

YES! Like some others, I put the cheese on top of the burger instead. It is a bigger hit with me and my husband than with the kids.
Wildfiremustang

Jun 19, 2017

There just wasn't enough flavor.
Summersh

Jul 26, 2016

Ok
kmpatch

Sep 17, 2015

The basil gives these burgers a nice summery flavor. The sun-dried tomato mayo was a hit with my family. I prepped the mayo and the burgers the night before so I only had to throw them on the grill for a delicious weeknight dinner. I melted the cheese on top instead of stuffing the burgers.
Cfink

Aug 9, 2015

My family loved this recipe! It's a keeper! Very flavorful and the hamburgers don't fall apart
sgronholz

Jul 10, 2015

These burgers are outstanding! My husband and I really enjoyed them and I will definitely be making them often!
jstowellsupermom

May 1, 2015

So good!! My 5yo ate an entire burger herself!
sjmdam

Dec 19, 2014

delicious burger mayo was good made a great combination.