Grilled Pineapple Burgers

A grilled pineapple burger is a sweet-and-savory burger topped with a slice of pineapple that has been grilled until warm, caramelized, and lightly smoky.

It usually includes:

A beef, chicken, pork, or plant-based patty

Grilled pineapple rings

Cheese, often cheddar, Swiss, or pepper jack

Lettuce, tomato, and onion

Teriyaki, barbecue, or spicy mayo sauce

A toasted burger bun

It’s sometimes called a Hawaiian burger, especially when paired with teriyaki sauce or ham. The pineapple adds juicy sweetness and acidity that balances the rich, salty patty.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 12

Total Time 27

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine American, Asian, International

Servings servings

Calories 777 kcal

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Ingredients

1½ pounds ground beef preferably 80% lean
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
4 pineapple rings fresh or canned, drained and patted dry
¼ cup teriyaki sauce divided
4 slices Cheddar cheese or pepper jack cheese
4 hamburger buns split
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 lettuce leaves
4 slices red onion
¼ cup mayonnaise optional

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Instructions

Preheat the grill: Heat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high, about 400–450°F. Clean and lightly oil the grates.
Form the patties: Divide the beef into 4 equal portions and gently shape into patties slightly wider than the buns. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Prepare the pineapple: Brush the pineapple rings with 2 tablespoons of the teriyaki sauce.
Grill the burgers: Grill the patties for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until they reach your preferred doneness. For food safety, cook ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F. Brush with the remaining teriyaki sauce during the final minute.
Add cheese: Place one slice of cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking. Cover the grill until melted.
Grill the pineapple and buns: Grill the pineapple for 2–3 minutes per side, until caramelized and marked. Toast the buns cut-side down for about 1 minute.
Assemble: Spread mayonnaise on the buns, if using. Layer each bottom bun with lettuce, a cheeseburger patty, grilled pineapple, and red onion. Add the top bun and serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Calories: 777kcal (39%)Carbohydrates: 36g (12%)Protein: 39g (78%)Fat: 52g (80%)Saturated Fat: 18g (113%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 144mg (48%)Sodium: 1805mg (78%)Potassium: 709mg (20%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 15g (17%)Vitamin A: 1987IU (40%)Vitamin C: 11mg (13%)Calcium: 241mg (24%)Iron: 6mg (33%)

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Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

Keyword beef, comfort food, grilled, quick

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