Tuscan Burgers & Avocado-Tomato Spread

• 30 min
• 4 SERVINGS
• 400 Cal
• 31 g Protein

Ingredients:

• 1 pound Ground Beef (95% lean)
• 1 Fresh California Avocado, peeled and pitted
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup basil leaves, divided
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 4 whole-grain hamburger buns, split
• 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh fennel bulb (core removed)

Cooking:

1. Mash avocado in small bowl (should be chunky, not smooth). Add sun-dried tomatoes and half of garlic; mix well. Set aside.
2. Combine beef, remaining garlic, 2 tablespoons minced basil leaves and salt in medium bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into four 1/2-inch thick patties.
3. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Place patties in skillet; cook 10 to 12 minutes to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Remove patties from skillet. Place buns, cut side down in skillet, cook 1 minute or until lightly toasted.
4. Place burgers on bottom of buns; top each with equal amounts avocado-tomato spread, fennel and remaining basil leaves. Close sandwiches.