Bunless Burger with Avocado and Tomato
Skip the carbs but keep the flavor with this irresistible Bunless Burger with Avocado and Tomato—a low-carb, high-protein meal that's as satisfying as it is nutritious. Perfectly seasoned ground beef patties are pan-seared to juicy perfection, then topped with melted cheddar cheese, creamy avocado, and ripe tomato slices for a fresh and vibrant twist. Crisp lettuce leaves replace the traditional bun, creating a keto-friendly base that complements the rich flavors, while crunchy pickles and sharp red onion add the perfect finishing touch. Ready in under 30 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal for weekday dinners or casual gatherings. Customize with your favorite condiments and enjoy a guilt-free burger experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 avocado
- 1 medium tomato
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 0.5 red onion
- 4 cheddar cheese slices
- 8 slices pickle slices
Instructions
In a bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until just combined. Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty, roughly 1/2 inch thick.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef patties and cook for about 4 minutes on one side, then flip and continue cooking another 3-4 minutes to desired doneness.
While the patties are cooking, slice the avocado and tomato into even slices. Also, thinly slice the red onion.
When the patties are almost done, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover the pan to let the cheese melt, approximately 1-2 minutes.
Remove the patties from the skillet and let them rest briefly.
To assemble the bunless burgers, start with a lettuce leaf, then place a cooked patty with melted cheese on top. Add slices of avocado, tomato, red onion, and pickles. Finish with another lettuce leaf on top.
Serve immediately, either with additional condiments of choice such as mustard, ketchup, or a preferred sauce, or enjoy as is.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.9 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.5 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 421 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 5305 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 102.5 g | 205% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1015 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2260 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
