Description
Juicy beef patties layered with melted cheddar and topped with sweet, caramelized grilled pineapple, all nestled in a soft toasted bun for a tropical twist on a classic burger.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 pineapple rings (fresh or canned)
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 burger buns
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Butter for toasting buns (optional)
Instructions
- Form the ground beef into 4 equal patties and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side or until desired doneness, placing a slice of cheddar on each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.
- Brush pineapple rings with olive oil and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized and lightly charred.
- Toast burger buns on the grill or skillet if desired.
- Assemble the burgers by placing the patties on the bottom buns, topping with a grilled pineapple ring, and drizzling with teriyaki sauce. Cover with the top bun.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Add lettuce, tomato, or red onion for extra crunch.
- Use gluten-free buns for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
