Heart-Healthy Lettuce-Wrapped Cheeseburger
Satisfy your burger cravings guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Lettuce-Wrapped Cheeseburger! This innovative twist on the classic cheeseburger swaps a traditional bun for crisp iceberg or butter lettuce leaves, creating a low-carb, nutrient-packed alternative. Made with lean ground turkey and seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, these juicy patties are topped with melty reduced-fat cheddar cheese, creamy avocado slices, and fresh tomato and red onion for a vibrant burst of flavor. Quick to prepare and ready in just 25 minutes, this wholesome recipe is perfect for clean-eating enthusiasts and anyone looking for a lighter, healthier burger option. Serve these lettuce-wrapped delights for dinner or lunch, and enjoy a high-protein, heart-smart meal that doesn’t compromise on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices reduced-fat cheddar cheese, sliced
- 8 large leaves iceberg or butter lettuce leaves
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 0.5 medium red onion, sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the lean ground turkey, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until well combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the turkey mixture into four equal portions and shape them into round, even patties approximately 1/2 inch thick.
Preheat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the patties into the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of reduced-fat cheddar cheese on each patty to slightly melt.
Remove the patties from the pan and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
To assemble the burgers, place one or two lettuce leaves on a plate. Add the turkey patty with melted cheese in the center of the leaves.
Top each patty with slices of tomato, red onion, and avocado.
Finish with a drizzle of Dijon mustard on top. Carefully wrap each burger with the lettuce leaves.
Serve immediately, and enjoy your delicious, heart-healthy burger.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.8 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.6 g | 133% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 3253 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 138.4 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 966 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2647 mg | 56% | |
*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.
