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Feta-Basil Bison Burgers

June 26, 2011 14 comments Article Lunch, Main Course, Meat, Recipes

Poolside grilling is always a good time. I like to make burgers when grilling at the pool because they are easy and don’t need a plate. I have made these bison burgers a few times in the last week and they have been a hit each time. Bison has a higher protein and mineral content per calorie than many other meats. I like bison burgers because they are a little bit healthier than regular beef burgers, but still give you a similar flavor.

This recipe has kind of a Greek-meets-Italian feeling to it. These burgers are made with feta and fresh basil built directly into the patty. Next, the burger is dressed with cucumber, roasted tomatoes and a tangy basil sauce to create the ultimate flavor experience for your tastebuds. After eating these, a friend of mine said, “Jenny. That might have been the best burger I have ever tasted.” Not to mention that he said that after hesitantly adding all of the toppings that I told him to.

Feta-Basil Bison Burgers

4.67 from 3 votes
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Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground bison or beef
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tbsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp sour cream
  • 1/2 shallot minced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp basil minced
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 onion sliced
  • 1/2 cucumber sliced
  • 2/3 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Extra salt and pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425F. In a medium bowl, mash together the ground bison, feta, 2 tbsp basil, salt and pepper.
  • Divide the meat into four sections, roll into a ball, then make into hamburger patties.
  • Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan, shallot, garlic, 3 tbsp basil, 1/4 tsp pepper and salt in a food processor and process until smooth.
  • Drizzle the tomatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper and bake at 425F until soft (about 10-15 minutes).
  • Cook the hamburger patties to desired doneness on the grill.
  • Layer the hamburger bun, burger, sauce, onion slices, cucumber and tomato to serve.
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Tags: basil, bbq, bison, burger, cheese, cucumber, feta, Greek, grilling, italian, recipe, sour cream, summer, tomato

14 comments

  • nancy@skinnykitchen.com June 26, 2011 at 8:51 am -

    I’ve never tried bison meat. After seeing your yummy looking burger, I plan to give it a try!

  • Emily @ Life on Food June 26, 2011 at 2:02 pm -

    I having been seeing bison meat more and more at the grocery store. I definitely need to pick some up to try! The cheese looks so yummy!

  • Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts June 26, 2011 at 2:09 pm -

    These sound so good! I have had bison once before, but I have never purchased it. It does taste a lot like beef!

  • Maureen June 26, 2011 at 5:33 pm -

    5 stars
    Now this looks like some serious eating and it looks so good. I started eating bison when my son managed a Ted’s Montana Grill a few years ago. I loved it! Sadly, I haven’t seen any bison meat in Australia. Not sure kangaroo is a replacement. 🙂

  • Amanda June 26, 2011 at 7:54 pm -

    Oh this sounds delicious! I love bison burgers, but unfortunately it’s too expensive for me to get in this town. I actually think it tastes slightly different, and I love the flavor!

  • Lindsey@Lindselicious June 26, 2011 at 8:53 pm -

    Oooh i have never tried cooking with Bison before, but I have enjoyed it out before. Your burger looks amazing- love the melted cheese- its calling my name from those photos.

  • Eliot June 27, 2011 at 6:57 am -

    Love this recipe. Have to try it soon. Have fresh basil from the garden but will have to wait for fresh tomatoes. Thanks for the recipe!

  • Kate@Diethood June 27, 2011 at 10:24 am -

    If there’s Feta, I’m in!! 😉 Sounds delicious!

  • Cindy June 28, 2011 at 2:21 am -

    This makes my mouth watering!
    I’m craving for hamburger now!

  • Caroline June 29, 2011 at 11:54 am -

    4 stars
    I feel hungry when I look at these, shame that I can’t buy bison here in Spain but I could substitute ordinary beef.

  • Sandahl June 30, 2011 at 12:51 am -

    Did you grill the tomatoes?

  • Savour the Senses July 1, 2011 at 2:49 pm -

    I roasted the tomatoes in the oven at 425F for about 10-15 minutes.

  • Bakingmehungry July 2, 2011 at 7:53 pm -

    This look so juicy! I can’t wait to try.

  • kita July 5, 2011 at 7:56 am -

    have. got. to. try. these.

    I broke my BFs heart when I told him someone beat him to the idea of basil in a burger (duh) but Im sure he will love this recipe when we try it!

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