Dr Atkins Fromage Burger
Satisfy your burger cravings while staying low-carb with the incredibly satisfying Dr. Atkins Fromage Burger! This keto-friendly recipe features juicy, perfectly seasoned ground beef patties topped with melted cheddar cheese and layered with crisp leaf lettuce, fresh tomato slices, tangy pickles, and a zesty duo of mayo and Dijon mustard. Ditching traditional buns, this burger uses lettuce wraps for a wholesome, gluten-free alternative, making it a perfect choice for Atkins followers and low-carb enthusiasts alike. Quick to prepare and loaded with flavor, this burger is pan-seared to perfection in a blend of butter and olive oil for a luscious, golden crust. Whether you're indulging in a hearty lunch or a satisfying dinner, this protein-packed masterpiece pairs beautifully with a side of low-carb veggies or salad for a guilt-free feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese slices
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 leaves Leaf lettuce
- 4 slices Tomato slices
- 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 4 slices Pickle slices
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with the salt and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined; overmixing can make the burgers tough.
Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape into burger patties, slightly larger than the cheese slices as the patties will shrink slightly when cooked.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and butter, allowing the butter to melt completely.
Place the burger patties in the skillet. Cook for about 4 minutes on the first side without pressing on them, allowing a good sear to form.
Flip the burgers and cook for another 3–4 minutes on the other side or until they reach your desired level of doneness (160°F internal temperature for medium).
During the last minute of cooking, place two slices of cheddar cheese on each burger and cover the skillet with a lid to melt the cheese.
While the patties are cooking, prepare your toppings. Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard on each lettuce leaf.
Assemble the burgers by layering a lettuce leaf, a cheese-topped burger patty, tomato slices, pickle slices, and another lettuce leaf on top to serve as the 'bun.'
Serve the Fromage Burger immediately, optionally accompanied by a side of low-carb vegetables or a salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2097 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.1 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.7 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 484 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 3103 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 105.7 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 948 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1368 mg | 29% | |
*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.
