Heart-Healthy Bunless Burger with Avocado and Tomato
Savor the clean and vibrant flavors of our Heart-Healthy Bunless Burger with Avocado and Tomato—a perfect guilt-free option for burger lovers! This recipe swaps out traditional buns for a refreshing bed of dressed leafy greens, creating a nutrient-packed foundation. Juicy turkey patties seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper deliver a lean yet flavorful centerpiece, while creamy avocado and ripe tomato slices offer richness and a burst of freshness. Drizzled with a touch of olive oil and zesty lemon juice, this low-carb, protein-packed meal is ideal for those seeking heart-healthy, paleo, or keto-friendly options. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a wholesome and delicious way to enjoy a burger without the bun!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Ground turkey
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 large Avocado
- 1 large Tomato
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Leafy greens, such as lettuce or arugula
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2-inch thick.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Place the turkey patties in the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
While the patties are cooking, slice the avocado and tomato into 1/4-inch thick slices.
Once the patties are cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them rest on a plate.
In a small bowl, toss the leafy greens with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and lemon juice.
To serve, place a handful of dressed leafy greens on each plate, followed by a turkey patty, and top with slices of avocado and tomato.
Enjoy the burger with a fork and knife, and relish the fresh, heart-healthy flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.4 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 2687 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 93.1 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1532 mg | 33% | |
*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.
