Lettuce Wrap Burgers – A Low-Carb, Fresh Twist on a Classic
Lettuce Wrap Burgers are a low-carb alternative to traditional burgers, using fresh, crunchy lettuce leaves instead of a bun. Filled with a juicy beef patty and your favorite toppings, they offer all the flavors of a classic burger without the carbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 20-25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (1 burger per person)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) ground beef
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
Iceberg lettuce leaves (or any lettuce of your choice)
Burger toppings of your choice (e.g., tomato slices, onion slices, pickles, cheese slices, avocado slices)
Instructions
- Prepare the Burger Patties: Season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Form into burger patties, ensuring they are slightly larger than the lettuce leaves to ensure a good wrap.
- Cook the Patties: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Assemble the Lettuce Wrap Burgers: Lay out the lettuce leaves. Place a cooked patty on one or two large leaves, depending on the size of the lettuce. Top with your favorite toppings.
- Serve and Enjoy: Fold the lettuce around the burger and serve with your favorite dipping sauce or a light salad.
Notes
For a spicier twist, add jalapeño slices or hot sauce to your toppings.
To make the burger extra crispy, double-dip the patty in the egg and breadcrumbs before cooking.
If you prefer, you can grill the patties instead of pan-frying them.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
