Honey-Mustard Mint Burgers with Grilled Pineapple
Makes 4 servings.
1/4 - cup honey
1/4 - cup Dijon mustard
1 - Tablespoon fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
1/4 - teaspoon salt
1/8 - ground pepper
1 - pound ground beef
Salt & pepper to taste
4 - fresh pineapple slices
1 - Tablespoon vegetable oil
4 - hamburger buns, split
1 - cup any lettuce type
Prepare outdoor grill for cooking by the direct heat method.
- In small bowl, add honey, mustard, mint, salt and pepper.
- Whisk together and set aside.
- To the ground beef, add salt and pepper.
- Shape into 4 patties. Brush both sides of the patties with honey-mustard glaze and place on the grill.
- Cook until golden brown on one side, about 5 to 8 minutes.
- Turn over and continue grilling.
- Glaze each side one additional time while grilling.
- Grill burgers about 15 to 20 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted into center reaches at least 160°F.
- Meanwhile, brush the slices of pineapple with oil and grill for 1 to 2 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Place the buns on the grill and heat for 20 to 30 seconds.
- Remove from the grill and place a burger on the bottom half of each bun.
- Top each burger with a slice of pineapple and lettuce leaves.