Portobello Bison Burgers

I like to add chopped mushrooms to lean meats, such as bison, when making burgers - it helps keep the patties moist and delicious. For even more flavor, I add some onions, Cheddar cheese, and a touch of smoky spice to make these burgers complete.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 mins
• Total Time: 16 mins
• Calories: 283 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ cup finely chopped onion
• ½ teaspoon ground thyme
• ¼ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
• 1 pound ground bison
• ¾ cup portobello mushrooms
• 4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Combine bison, cumin, oregano, thyme, and chipotle in a bowl. Add mushrooms, Cheddar cheese, and onion; mix until well distributed. Season with salt and pepper. Divide mixture evenly into 4 sections and shape into patties.

Step 3

Place patties on grill and reduce heat slightly. Grill until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip over and grill until other side is browned, 3 to 4 minutes more. Serve on toasted whole wheat buns.