These Mediterranean Grilled Mushroom & Swiss Burger Foil Packs with Garlic Herb Potatoes deliver a juicy texture and smoky flavor. We prepare these foil packs with seasoned ground beef, sliced mushrooms, Swiss cheese, onions, olive oil, baby potatoes, garlic, rosemary, thyme, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. These foil packs contain approximately 520 calories and 30 grams of protein. We cook these foil packs in about 35 minutes. These Mediterranean Grilled Mushroom & Swiss Burger Foil Packs with Garlic Herb Potatoes are ideal for family dinners, meal prep plans, camping trips, weekend grilling, comfort food cravings, and Mediterranean-inspired healthy eating. We can refrigerate these foil packs for up to three days and also freeze the uncooked assembled packs for nearly two months, so you can prepare them earlier. You can serve these foil packs with garlic yogurt dip, cucumber salad, roasted hummus platter, lemon herb rice, or tzatziki sauce.
STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Cook time: 35 minutes
- Portion size: 1 foil pack
- Cooking mode: Oven, Grill, BBQ
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 55 minutes
TOOLS:
- Sheet
- Aluminum foil sheets
- Bowls
- Knife
- Spoon
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Chopping board
INGREDIENTS:
BURGER FOIL PACKS:
- 500 g. ground beef
- One tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 cup mushrooms
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- One tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion
- One tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
GARLIC HERB POTATOES:
- 500 g baby potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
GROUND BEEF:
- We use ground beef to create juicy and flavorful burger patties with a rich texture. You can substitute it with chicken mince, turkey mince, or plant-based mince.
SWISS CHEESE:
- Swiss cheese is added for its creamy melt and mild nutty flavor. You may replace it with mozzarella, provolone, or cheddar cheese.
MUSHROOMS:
- Mushrooms provide an earthy taste and enhance the grilled Mediterranean flavor. As an alternative, you can use zucchini, eggplant, or bell peppers.
BABY POTATOES:
- Baby potatoes give a soft, buttery texture and make the meal more filling. You can swap them with sweet potatoes or cauliflower florets.
OLIVE OIL:
- It will provide the traditional Mediterranean and indulgent taste while helping with roasting. Utilize the butter or avocado oil as a substitute for this purpose.
HERBS:
- Herbs enhance aroma and bring freshness to the dish. You can replace dried herbs with fresh herbs for a more intense flavor.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, warm the oven to 200°C.
- Mix ground beef with salt, oregano, paprika, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl.
- Now, shape the mixture into four patties.
- Gently toss potatoes with olive oil, thyme, salt, garlic, rosemary, and pepper.
- Then prepare the 4 large foil sheets and include potatoes on one side.
- Include a beef patty with the potatoes and top with onions and mushrooms.
- Add the oil & seal the foil packs lightly.
- Now bake the dish for 30 minutes, then open the packs and include Swiss cheese on the patties.
- Reseal the packs for 3 minutes and lastly garnish with parsley on surface.
TIPS:
- You can grill them as an alternative to get a smoky flavor.
- Leave the patties to sit for almost two minutes and then serve.
- Avoid including a lot of fillings in foil packs to make sure uniform cooking.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH & LIGHT PAIRINGS:
- Greek cucumber yogurt salad
- Lemon herb quinoa bowl
- Tomato basil feta salad
- Mediterranean chickpea salad
- Arugula lemon vinaigrette salad
DIPS & SAUCES:
- Garlic yogurt dip
- Classic tzatziki sauce
- Roasted red pepper hummus
- Creamy tahini lemon sauce
- Garlic herb aioli
HEARTY SIDE DISHES:
- Lemon herb rice pilaf
- Garlic butter couscous
- Roasted vegetable medley
- Parmesan baked sweet potatoes
- Herb-infused wild rice
GRILLED & BBQ ADD-ONS:
- Grilled zucchini and eggplant
- Smoky corn on the cob
- BBQ bell pepper skewers
- Grilled asparagus spears
- Charred mushroom skewers
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put these foil packs in a tight box and stock them for nearly 2-3 days.
FREEZER:
- Store the uncooked assembled foil packs for almost 30-60 days.
FAQs:
Can I cook this recipe on a stovetop?
- Yes, you may use a covered pan on low flame.
How to make this dish vegan?
- Replace beef with vegan patties or lentils as per your choice.
Is this recipe good to make before the requirement?
- Yes, assemble foil packs and refrigerate one night before use.
Is peeling potatoes important?
- No, baby potatoes give better flavor with the skin on them.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 520 kcal
Sodium: 640 mg
Net carbs: 28 g
Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 3 g
Fats: 32 g
Proteins: 30 g
Portion Size: 1 foil pack
Total carbs: 32 g
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