Low Fat Beef and Mushroom Burgers
Satisfy your burger craving guilt-free with these flavorful Low Fat Beef and Mushroom Burgers! Perfectly balanced for health-conscious eaters, this recipe combines lean ground beef with finely chopped mushrooms to create patties that are juicy, hearty, and packed with umami. Whole wheat breadcrumbs and an egg white provide structure, while minced garlic, grated onion, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce elevate the flavor without unnecessary calories. Cooked until golden and nestled in whole wheat buns with crisp lettuce and fresh tomato slices, these burgers are a wholesome alternative to the traditional classic. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re ideal for an easy weeknight dinner or a light yet satisfying cookout meal. Pair with a side of baked sweet potato fries for an irresistible, low-fat feast! Keywords: low fat burgers, healthy beef burger recipe, mushroom burgers, lean beef recipes, quick dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean or higher)
- 1 cup cremini or white button mushrooms, finely chopped
- 0.5 medium onion, finely grated or minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg white
- 0.25 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for greasing the pan)
- 4 pieces whole wheat burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- optional condiments (mustard, ketchup, etc.)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped mushrooms, onion, garlic, egg white, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
Using clean hands or a wooden spoon, mix the ingredients until well incorporated. Be careful not to overmix, as this could make the burgers tough.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and form each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Use your thumb to make a slight indentation in the center of each patty; this helps them cook evenly.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the pan with olive oil using a paper towel.
Cook the patties for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Avoid pressing down on the patties to retain their juices.
While the patties cook, toast the burger buns lightly in a toaster or on a grill, if desired.
Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a cooked patty and a slice of tomato. Add optional condiments and the top half of the bun.
Serve the burgers immediately with your favorite side dish, such as a garden salad or baked sweet potato fries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2073 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.1 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.3 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 3208 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.0 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.1 g | ||
| Protein | 160.4 g | 321% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 588 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 3352 mg | 71% | |
*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.
