The Ultimate Cheeseburger with Green Mayonnaise
This is no ordinary burger. Juicy, tender beef, melty cheese, and all the right toppings come together to create the ultimate cheeseburger experience. A true classic, elevated to perfection.
Ingredients
For the Burger (1 Serving):
• 2 burger patties (5-6 oz each)
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 1 burger bun (top and bottom)
• 1 additional bottom bun for the middle layer
• 2 tomato slices
• 2 thin slices of red onion
• 2 leaves of crisp lettuce (such as romaine or iceberg)
• 4 pickle slices
• 1 teaspoon ketchup
For the Green Herb Mayo:
Green Herb Oil:
• ¼ cup fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
Mayonnaise Base:
• 1 egg yolk
• ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ¼ teaspoon lemon juice
• ¼ cup green herb oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
For the Special Sauce (Alternative):
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• ¼ teaspoon horseradish
• ½ teaspoon finely chopped pickles (or relish)
• Pinch of garlic powder
• Pinch of smoked paprika
• ¼ teaspoon ketchup
• ¼ teaspoon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
- Make the Green Herb Oil. Blend spinach, parsley, basil,and olive oil in a small blender until smooth.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids if needed.
Prepare the Green Herb Mayo.
- Whisk the egg yolk, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice in a small bowl until well combined.
- Gradually pour in the green herb oil while whisking continuously to form an emulsion—season with salt and pepper to taste.
Make the Special Sauce (Optional):
- Mix mayonnaise, horseradish, pickles, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ketchup, and mustard until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
Cook the Burger Patties:
- Heat a skillet or grill to medium-high heat.
- Cook the burger patties for 3-4 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
- Place two cheese slices on each patty to melt during the last minute of cooking.
Assemble the Burger:
- Toast the buns lightly if desired.
- Spread a generous green herb mayo or special sauce on the bottom bun.
- Add the first patty with two slices of cheese.
- Place the middle bun (the bottom bun of the second bun) on top of the first patty.
- Spread another layer of green herb mayo or special sauce on the middle bun.
- Add lettuce, tomato slices, red onion slices, and pickles.
- Top with the second patty and two slices of cheese.
- Finish with the top bun, spreading a little ketchup inside if desired.
