Low Carb Classic Bacon Burger
Satisfy your cravings guilt-free with this Low Carb Classic Bacon Burger, a protein-packed twist on the traditional favorite. Featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef patties, crispy bacon, and melty cheddar cheese, this recipe swaps out the bun for crisp, fresh lettuce wraps to keep it low carb. Juicy tomato slices, red onion, tangy pickles, and a zesty mayo-Dijon sauce elevate each bite with layers of flavor, while the quick prep and cook time make it an easy weeknight dinner option. Perfect for keto enthusiasts or anyone seeking a lighter, yet indulgent burger experience, this dish proves you don't need a bun to enjoy a truly satisfying burger.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 4 slices Bacon
- 8 large leaves Lettuce leaves
- 1 small, sliced Tomato
- 0.5 small, sliced Red onion
- 4 slices Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 4 slices Pickles
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.
Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties, making a slight indentation in the center of each burger to ensure even cooking.
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the bacon slices until crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels.
Place the beef patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the desired doneness is reached.
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover to let the cheese melt.
While the burgers are cooking, prepare the lettuce wraps by washing and drying the large lettuce leaves.
Mix the mayonnaise with Dijon mustard in a small bowl to create a sauce.
Assemble each burger by placing two lettuce leaves on a plate as the bun. Place a cheese-topped burger patty on the lettuce, add a slice of bacon, and then layer tomato, onion, pickles, and drizzle with mayonnaise-mustard sauce.
Wrap the lettuce around the burger ingredients and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2035 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.2 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.1 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 462 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 4613 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 110.3 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 564 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2010 mg | 43% | |
*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.
