50/50 Mushroom Beef Burger
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
620 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
50/50 Mushroom Beef Burger
Description
The 50/50 Mushroom Beef Burger mixes equal parts ground beef and finely pulsed crimini mushrooms, which adds moisture and earthy flavor while reducing the total meat content. The taco seasoning and dried parsley create a seasoned patty that holds together well for grilling. Cooking the patties over medium heat achieves a nicely browned exterior and juicy interior, culminating in a medium doneness after 4 to 6 minutes per side.
The accompanying sautéed bell peppers and onions, cooked in fajita style, bring sweetness and texture that contrast the burger’s savory notes. Smashing avocado with salt and pepper adds creaminess and a fresh element. Pepper jack cheese slices melted on top contribute a mild heat and creamy texture. Toasted burger buns complete the sandwich and provide structural support for the flavorful fillings.
This burger combines mushroom and beef for a meaty but slightly lighter option that remains hearty. The combination of seasoned meat, melted cheese, creamy avocado, and sautéed veggies makes it a satisfying meal with varied textures and tastes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound crimini mushrooms pulsed until finely chopped in a food processor
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning of your favorite
- 2 teaspoons parsley dried
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
For the Toppings
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow onion sliced
- 1-2 avocado smashed and seasoned with salt and pepper
- 4 lices pepper jack cheese
- 4 burger buns toasted
Instructions
- Transfer the ground beef and chopped mushroom to a large bowl. Add in the taco seasonings, parsley, salt and pepper. Using your hands, incorporate everything together. Form the mixture into two ½"-thick patties
- Grill mushroom beef burgers over medium heat until medium, roughly 4-6 minutes per side. Add the cheese for the last minute to melt
- In a skillet, cook the peppers and onions fajita style until soft.
- Serve each patty in a burger bun topped with sauteed fajita veggies and equal amounts of smashed avocado.
Notes
- Feel free to customize burger toppings beyond the fajita vegetables to suit your preferences.
- For cooking, aim to grill the patties to medium doneness for optimal juiciness and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 620 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 620kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 99mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 1641mg | 68% |
| Potassium | 1298mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1288IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 101mg | 112% |
| Calcium | 280mg | 28% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.