Imagine a burger experience so incredibly delicious and guilt-free that it completely transforms your meal time! Our Protein Style Burger Board isn't just a recipe—it's a culinary revolution that strips away unnecessary carbs while delivering maximum flavor. Perfect for health-conscious foodies and keto enthusiasts, this mouthwatering dish proves that eating clean never means sacrificing taste. Get ready to tantalize your palate with a burger experience that's as visually stunning as it is nutritionally smart!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup lettuce leaves
- 1 cup sliced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced pickles
- 1/4 cup sliced onions
- 4 slices cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 lb of ground beef, 1 cup of lettuce leaves, 1 cup of sliced tomatoes, 1/2 cup of sliced pickles, 1/4 cup of sliced onions, and 4 slices of cheese (if using). Make sure you have salt and pepper on hand for seasoning.
- In a mixing bowl, season the ground beef with salt and pepper to taste. Use your hands to mix the seasoning evenly throughout the meat.
- Divide the seasoned ground beef into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, making sure they are slightly larger than the buns as they will shrink while cooking.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, you may want to add a small amount of oil to prevent sticking.
- Once the grill or skillet is hot, place the patties on it. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side without moving them, allowing a nice crust to form.
- Flip the patties and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes on the other side. If you are using cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking to allow it to melt.
- While the patties are cooking, prepare your burger board by washing and drying the lettuce leaves, slicing the tomatoes, pickles, and onions.
- Once the patties are cooked to your desired doneness, remove them from the heat and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
- To assemble the burger board, lay out the lettuce leaves as a base on a large serving platter. This will serve as the “bun” for your protein style burgers.
- Place the cooked patties on top of the lettuce leaves. Add the sliced tomatoes, pickles, and onions around the patties.
- If you have cheese on your patties, ensure it is melted and gooey before serving. Optionally, you can add any additional toppings or condiments you like, such as mustard or ketchup.
- Serve the protein style burger board immediately, allowing everyone to build their own burgers using the fresh ingredients provided.
Tips
- Choose high-quality ground beef with 80/20 fat content for juiciest results
- Never press down on burger patties while cooking—this releases precious juices
- Let meat rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking to retain maximum moisture
- Ensure your grill or skillet is properly preheated for perfect sear
- Use fresh, crisp lettuce leaves as your "bun" for best texture
- Season meat generously but carefully—don't overwork the ground beef
- Consider adding a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or chives for extra flavor
- For extra flavor, try adding a dash of garlic powder to your meat mixture
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper internal temperature (160°F for ground beef)
- Experiment with different cheese types for varied flavor profiles
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 80mg
