Bruschetta Burgers with Herby Potato Wedges and Parmesan Asparagus

Imagine the classic Italian appetizer bruschetta-chopped tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, garlic and fresh basil-transformed into a mouthwatering burger. That’s exactly what we’ve done here: swapping the bread base for a juicy beef patty, then piling on all those bright, tangy flavors and finishing with melted mozzarella. It’s a fun, delicious twist that will transport your taste buds straight to the Italian countryside.

To round out the meal, we’re serving crispy potato wedges seasoned with Italian herbs and tender asparagus roasted with Parmesan cheese. Everything comes together on toasty garlic butter buns for a satisfying dinner that’s sure to impress.

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Ingredients

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 cup Parmesan CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

5 teaspoon Balsamic VinegarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

6 ounce AsparagusView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 ounce BasilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup Mozzarella CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 clove GarlicView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Italian SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Grape TomatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit KetchupView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground BeefView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Brioche BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cut the potatoes into ½-inch thick wedges. In a bowl, toss the wedges with half the Italian seasoning, a drizzle of oil, salt and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on one side of the baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, trim the woody ends off the asparagus. On the other side of the baking sheet (or a separate sheet), toss the asparagus with a little oil, salt and pepper. After the potatoes have roasted for 20 minutes, add the asparagus to the oven and roast everything for another 10-12 minutes, until the potatoes are golden and the asparagus is tender.
4. While the vegetables roast, prepare the bruschetta topping. Finely chop the grape tomatoes and place them in a small bowl. Mince the garlic clove and add it to the tomatoes along with the balsamic vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper. Tear the basil leaves and stir them in. Set aside.
5. In another small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and ketchup to make a simple burger sauce. Set aside.
6. Form the ground beef into two patties, each about ½-inch thick. Season both sides with salt, pepper and the remaining Italian seasoning.
7. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness. In the last minute of cooking, top each patty with mozzarella cheese, cover the pan and let the cheese melt.
8. While the patties cook, split the brioche buns and toast them cut-side down in the skillet or under the broiler until golden. Rub the toasted buns with the cut side of the remaining garlic clove (or sprinkle with garlic powder).
9. To assemble: spread the burger sauce on the bottom bun, place the cheesy patty on top, then spoon the bruschetta mixture over the patty. Close with the top bun.
10. Serve the burgers alongside the herby potato wedges and Parmesan-roasted asparagus. Sprinkle the asparagus with Parmesan cheese before serving.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of cheese instead of mozzarella?

Yes, provolone or fresh mozzarella slices work well. For a sharper flavor, try aged provolone or even a mild cheddar.

What can I substitute for brioche buns?

Any soft burger bun will work, such as sesame seed buns or potato rolls. For a gluten-free option, use your favorite gluten-free buns.

Can I make the bruschetta topping ahead of time?

Absolutely! The tomato mixture can be prepared up to a day in advance. Just keep it refrigerated and add the fresh basil right before serving to maintain its flavor.