Heart-Healthy Mini Beef Burgers
Satisfy your cravings guilt-free with these **Heart-Healthy Mini Beef Burgers**—a nutritious twist on a classic favorite! Made with **95% lean ground beef**, **whole wheat bread crumbs**, and flavored with **low-sodium soy sauce**, these sliders deliver big flavor without the guilt. Finely chopped onion, garlic, and a touch of freshly ground black pepper enhance the taste, while the use of an egg white ensures the patties stay moist yet light. Cooked in just a tablespoon of heart-smart olive oil, these mini burgers are topped with fresh **lettuce**, **juicy tomato slices**, and buttery **avocado** on whole wheat slider buns for a balanced, wholesome bite. Ready in only 25 minutes, this healthier option is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, proving that you can indulge in burgers while still prioritizing your health!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground beef (95% lean)
- 60 grams whole wheat bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg white
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 buns whole wheat slider buns
- 8 lettuce leaves
- 8 slices tomato slices
- 8 slices avocado slices
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, whole wheat bread crumbs, low-sodium soy sauce, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg white, black pepper, and kosher salt.
Gently mix the ingredients with your hands until well combined. Be careful not to overwork the mixture to keep the burgers tender.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a small patty, about 1/2-inch thick.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is shimmering, add the patties to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C) and they are cooked through.
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the whole wheat slider buns to enhance their flavor and texture.
To assemble the burgers, place each cooked patty on a bottom bun, and top with a lettuce leaf, a tomato slice, and an avocado slice.
Finish with the top bun and serve immediately. Enjoy your heart-healthy mini beef burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2679 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.8 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.4 g | 117% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 3550 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.1 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.9 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g | ||
| Protein | 204.7 g | 409% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 525 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 27.4 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 4072 mg | 87% | |
*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.
