Last Updated on July 8, 2026 by Carrie Korem, FNTP
Ingredients for Grilled Hamburgers with Sour Cream and Herbs
- Ground beef (grass-fed preferred)
- Sour cream
- Thyme, minced
- Rosemary, minced
- Dried parsley
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Celtic sea salt
- Red onion
- Ghee
- Gluten free hamburger buns (or a large piece of iceberg lettuce for a grain-free option)
- Condiments of your choice
I learned years ago that when you form your hamburger patties, it’s best to create a divot in the middle of the meat. This way, as the meat expands and contract while grilling, the size of the hamburger won’t shrink.
If you don’t have a grill, this stove-top grill pan is perfect for indoor grilling. I use mine all the time!
Grilled Hamburgers with Sour Cream and Herbs
To top this burger, I personally like to use mayonnaise, lettuce and the grilled onions. My favorite gluten-free bun is this one!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (grass-fed preferred)
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced
- 1 teaspoon parsley
- 1/4 freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 red onion, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
- 2 teaspoons ghee, lard or tallow
- 4 whole wheat or gluten free hamburger buns (or a large piece of iceberg lettuce for a grain-free option)
- Condiments of your choice
Instructions
Gently massage ground beef, sour cream, thyme, rosemary, parsley, black pepper, and salt until just incorporated. Divide meat into four portions. Flatten each portion to 3/4-inch thick. Gently press center of patty down to create a slight depression, about 1/2-inch diameter. Cover and chill patties 1 hour and up to 8 hours.
Coat red onion slices with coconut oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Remove patties from refrigerator and grill to desired doneness. While the patties are grilling, also grill the onion slices until they are turning golden brown on the edges.
Serve hamburger on gluten-free bun (or the bun of your choice) and topped with red onions and any condiments of your choice.
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