Low Sodium Juicy Elk Burger
Elevate your burger game with this Low Sodium Juicy Elk Burger recipe, a flavorful and heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite. Made with lean ground elk meat, aromatic garlic and onion powders, fresh thyme, and a splash of olive oil, this burger is packed with robust flavor while remaining low in sodium. Grill or pan-sear the patties to perfection, then layer them onto toasted whole grain buns and garnish with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and creamy avocado kissed with a hint of lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this gourmet yet approachable recipe is perfect for health-conscious foodies craving a satisfying bite. Serve these protein-packed elk burgers at your next cookout or casual dinner and savor the natural richness of wild game meat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground elk meat
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 leaves leaf lettuce
- 1 large tomato
- 1 large avocado
- 4 pieces whole grain buns
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine ground elk meat with black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and fresh thyme leaves. Mix until well combined but do not overwork the meat.
Divide the elk mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties about 3/4 inch thick.
Heat a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the elk patties. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, ensuring an internal temperature of 160°F is reached for medium doneness.
While the patties are cooking, prepare the toppings. Slice the tomato and avocado, adding a sprinkle of lemon juice on the avocado to prevent browning.
Toast the whole grain buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
Assemble the burgers: Place a leaf of lettuce on the bottom half of each bun, followed by an elk patty. Top with tomato slices and avocado slices.
Cover the burgers with the top halves of the buns. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, low sodium, juicy elk burgers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.2 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 3256 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.6 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.1 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.6 g | ||
| Protein | 157.1 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 317 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 28.0 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 3479 mg | 74% | |
*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.
