Easy Beef Burgers
Easy beef burgers are a deliciously satisfying meal that brings the joy of grilling right to your kitchen. With juicy, flavorful patties made from high-quality ground beef, these burgers are perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Topped with melted cheese, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomatoes, they promise to be a hit at any table. Whether you’re flipping them on the grill or cooking them stovetop, this straightforward recipe ensures everyone will be asking for seconds!
- 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 ground beef (80/20)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- Pickles (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef with salt and pepper gently.
- Divide mixture into four equal portions and shape each into patties slightly larger than the buns.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat; add a splash of oil if using a skillet.
- Cook patties for about 4 minutes on one side, flip, and place cheese on top during the last minute of cooking.
- Toast burger buns until golden brown.
- Assemble burgers by layering lettuce, patties, tomato slices, and pickles on the buns before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (205g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix spices like garlic powder or smoked paprika into the beef before shaping the patties. You can substitute ground beef with turkey or plant-based alternatives for different variations.