Keto Classic Cheeseburger
Indulge in the ultimate low-carb delight with this Keto Classic Cheeseburger! Featuring juicy ground beef patties seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and crowned with melted cheddar cheese, this recipe ditches the traditional bun for crisp lettuce leaves, making it completely keto-friendly and gluten-free. Each burger is layered with fresh slices of tomato, red onion, crunchy pickles, and a dollop of creamy mayonnaise and tangy mustard, creating that perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just 25 minutes and packed with protein and satisfying fats, this cheeseburger is a quick and delicious meal for the whole family. Whether you're on a ketogenic diet or simply looking for a healthier twist on a comfort food classic, this bunless burger delivers all the flavor without the carbs!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese slice
- 4 large leaves Lettuce leaves
- 1 medium, sliced Tomato
- 0.25 small, thinly sliced Red onion
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
- 8 slices Pickle slices
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently to combine, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty about 1/2-inch thick, creating a slight depression in the center to prevent puffing up during cooking.
Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the burger patties in the skillet.
Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they have reached your desired doneness (160°F for well-done).
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty and cover the skillet to melt the cheese.
Remove the patties from the pan and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
While the burgers are resting, prepare the buns using lettuce leaves. Place two lettuce leaves overlapping each other for each 'bun'.
To assemble the burgers, spread a tablespoon of mayonnaise on the base lettuce leaf. Add a patty on top, followed by slices of tomato, red onion, and pickles.
Drizzle or spread some mustard over the toppings. Top with another lettuce leaf to enclose the burger.
Serve immediately and enjoy your keto-friendly classic cheeseburger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2137 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.8 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.2 g | 321% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 514 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 4342 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 106.4 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 948 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1681 mg | 36% | |
*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.
