Low Carb Classic Beef Burger with Bun
Indulge guilt-free with this mouthwatering Low Carb Classic Beef Burger with Bun, a perfect choice for keto and low-carb enthusiasts craving a true burger experience. This recipe features juicy, well-seasoned beef patties cooked to perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese, fresh lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and tangy pickles—all sandwiched between golden, homemade almond flour buns. Crafted with simple ingredients like melted butter, eggs, and baking powder, these gluten-free buns add a satisfying texture while keeping carbs in check. With just 40 minutes from prep to plate, this deliciously wholesome burger is ideal for lunch or dinner. Serve it with your favorite sides for a protein-packed meal that’s big on flavor, low on carbs, and completely customizable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 slices cheddar cheese slices
- 4 leaves lettuce leaves
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 0.25 cup pickles, sliced
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 large egg
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. To prepare the low-carb buns, combine almond flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and melted butter.
4. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a smooth batter forms.
5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and scoop the batter into four equal circles to form buns.
6. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the buns if desired.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and set.
8. While the buns are baking, prepare the burger patties by mixing ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
9. Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties.
10. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
11. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
12. Top each burger with a slice of cheddar cheese during the last minute of cooking and cover with a lid to melt the cheese.
13. Assemble the burger by spreading mayonnaise and mustard on the almond flour buns.
14. Place the cheeseburger patty on the bottom bun, then top with lettuce, a slice of tomato, and pickles.
15. Finish with the top bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3969 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 345.3 g | 443% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.8 g | 509% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1223 mg | 408% | |
| Sodium | 5204 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.8 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 170.7 g | 341% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 1558 mg | 120% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 1855 mg | 39% | |
*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.
