By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on October 3, 2026
Serves 4
429 cal · 25 min
Spicy Tomato Burger
Recipe GLPRdf482a56e46a8d
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Average rating: 4.8 (1)
A flavorful lean beef burger infused with spicy diced tomatoes and green chilies. Mix the seasoned ground beef with drained tomatoes, form into patties, and grill to juicy perfection for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
4 burger buns
Directions
Drain the canned tomatoes and green chilies thoroughly in a fine-mesh strainer, pressing gently to remove excess liquid.
Place the lean ground beef in a large mixing bowl. Add the well-drained tomato and green chili mixture.
Gently combine the beef and tomato mixture with your hands until just blended, being careful not to overwork the meat. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and form each into a burger patty approximately ¾ inch thick.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the patties directly on the grill grates.
Grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F for food safety. Avoid pressing down on the patties while cooking.
Transfer the grilled burger patties to a clean plate. Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill if desired.
Assemble each burger by placing a patty on a bun and serve immediately.
Comments
This is a straightforward weeknight winner at Charlotte grocers: ground beef, canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, and burger buns are all staples at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Publix, Walmart, ALDI, and Kroger banners without a second stop. The cost per serving lands around $2 to $2.50, driven entirely by the ground beef quality you choose. The stated 25 minutes is honest—mixing, forming, cooking, and assembling happens quickly—and this feeds a family with no fussiness or constant attention required. The single caveat is that these are best eaten fresh off the griddle rather than reheated, so plan this for a same-night meal, not leftovers.
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