Bruschetta Burger

Bruschetta Burgers

Many years ago Applebee's™ used to have a bruschetta burgers on their menu. I liked it so much that I have been making it on my own.

Makes 2 servings                                                              14 WW pts. / serving

1/2 Roma tomato, chopped

1/4 shallot, chopped

4 fresh basil leaves, chopped

1/2 tsp. garlic olive oil

1/2 tsp. water

1/2 tsp. red wine vinegar

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

2  4 oz. burger patties
1/2 tsp. Montreal Steak seasoning
2 oz. fresh mozzarella cheese

2 hamburger buns, toasted

1. Preheat grill.
2. Combine the tomato, shallots, basil, oil, water, and vinegar in a small bowl; Toss to combine.
3. Season to taste with salt and pepper.; Set aside.
4. Season burgers with steak seasoning.
5. Cook to your desired doneness*; During the last couple minutes of cooking top with cheese and allow it to soften. Note: Fresh mozzarella does not melt like other cheeses. Don't expect it to be gooey.
6. Place burgers on bun bottoms and top with bruschetta.
7. Top with burger tops prior to serving.

Enjoy!

*According to Food Network:
Medium Rare Burgers: Cook them about 7 minutes until the internal temperature reads 135 degrees F.
Medium Burgers: Cook them about 8 minutes until the internal temperature reads 145 degrees F.
Well Done Burgers: Cook them about 9 minutes until the internal temperature reads 150 degrees F.