Polynesian Burgers with Pineapple

Take your taste buds on a tropical getaway with these flavorful Polynesian Burgers with Pineapple. Juicy, smoky beef patties infused with savory soy sauce and garlic powder are grilled to perfection and brushed with sweet teriyaki glaze. Each burger is crowned with a caramelized pineapple ring, crisp lettuce, and tangy red onion, then nestled in a buttery toasted bun slathered with a creamy pineapple-mayo sauce for an irresistible burst of island-inspired flavor. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, this recipe is a delicious fusion of sweet and savory, ready in just 30 minutes. Serve with sweet potato fries or a zesty slaw, and you’ve got a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 pieces pineapple rings
• 0.25 cup teriyaki sauce
• 4 pieces burger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 red onion
• 4 pieces lettuce leaves
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon pineapple juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 1/2-inch thick, pressing an indentation into the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the grates with oil to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Grill the pineapple rings for 2 minutes per side or until caramelized. Remove from the grill and set aside.

Step 5

Place the beef patties on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. During the last minute of cooking, brush each patty with teriyaki sauce.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and pineapple juice to create a creamy tropical sauce. Set aside.

Step 7

Butter the insides of the burger buns and toast them on the grill for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers by spreading the pineapple-mayo sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Top with a lettuce leaf, the cooked burger patty, a grilled pineapple ring, and a slice of red onion. Finish with the top half of the bun.

Step 9

Serve the Polynesian burgers immediately with your choice of side dishes, like sweet potato fries or a fresh slaw.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1312.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2414.5

Total Fat 151.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 425.7mg	0%
Sodium 3611.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 63.1g
Protein 99.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 301.5mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 2112.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.9%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 27.8%