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Olive and pesto burgers

Olive and pesto burgers
“Outdoor kitchens, spit roasts and wood chips - grilling a snag never looked like this.”
Ingredients
  • 500g lean beef mince
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1/3 cup basil pesto
  • 1/2 cup pimento-stuffed green olives, chopped
  • Rocket leaves
  • Diced avocado
  • Pimento olives
  • Spring onion to serve

Author: Recipe from Meat & Livestock Australia Photo: Quentin Jones Source: The Sydney Morning Herald Tuesday February 19, 2008 American, Quick, Kid-friendly, Nut free, Egg free, Lunch

Method 

Combine the beef mince, water, pesto and olives. Mix lightly, shape into 4 patties. Preheat the barbecue or pan to moderately high.

Lightly brush the patties with oil, put them on the barbecue or pan, lower the heat to moderate. Cook for 6-7 minutes each side or until thoroughly cooked.

Turn them once only. Serve with the rocket and the combined avocado, olives and spring onion.

Serves 4