Goat cheese burger with grilled eggplant

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 30 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Goat Cheese Burger
  • Ground beef : 1 pound
  • Goat cheese : 4 ounces
  • Red onion (thinly sliced) : 1 small
  • Fresh basil leaves (chopped) : 1/4 cup cup
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon teaspoon
  • Hamburger buns : 4
  • Olive oil : 1 tablespoon
• Grilled Eggplant
  • Eggplant (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds) : 1 large
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Balsamic vinegar : 1 tablespoon
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon teaspoon

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Steps

• Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
• In a bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
• Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties.
• Place the patties on the preheated grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness.
• While the burgers are cooking, brush the eggplant slices with olive oil on both sides.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
• Grill the eggplant slices for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until tender and lightly charred.
• Remove the burgers and eggplant slices from the grill.
• Spread goat cheese on the bottom half of each hamburger bun.
• Top with a cooked burger patty, grilled eggplant slices, and thinly sliced red onion.
• Place the top half of the bun on the assembled burger.
• Serve the goat cheese burgers with grilled eggplant immediately.

Tips

• You can add additional toppings such as lettuce, tomato, or avocado to customize your burger.
• If you prefer a vegetarian option, you can substitute the ground beef with a plant-based burger patty.
• Serve the burgers with a side of sweet potato fries or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Information

• Grilling the eggplant adds a smoky flavor and enhances its natural sweetness.
• Goat cheese pairs well with the earthy flavors of the grilled eggplant and adds a creamy texture to the burger.