Savory Ground Beef and Beetroot Fusion Burgers with Avocado Mint Salsa

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat. Peel and chop 1 medium beetroot into small cubes, then toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Roast the beetroot in the oven at 400°F for 25 minutes or until tender. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 pound of lean ground beef, the roasted beetroot, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika.

Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat. Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, about 1 inch thick.

Season both sides of the patties with salt and pepper. Grill the patties for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.

While the burgers are cooking, prepare the avocado mint salsa by mashing 1 ripe avocado in a bowl. Stir in 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint, the juice of 1 lime, and salt to taste.

Once the burgers are done, let them rest for a few minutes. Serve the burgers on whole-grain buns topped with the avocado mint salsa and your choice of fresh greens.

Enjoy your unique and healthy twist on a classic burger!