Low Sodium Lettuce Wrap Burger
Skip the bun and keep all the flavor with this **Low Sodium Lettuce Wrap Burger**, a healthy twist on a classic favorite! Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, this recipe features juicy, well-seasoned patties made with ground beef or turkey, subtly flavored with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika. Instead of a traditional bun, these burgers are wrapped in crisp iceberg or romaine lettuce leaves, adding crunch and freshness. Topped with creamy avocado, juicy tomato, red onion, and a drizzle of low-sodium mustard, these burgers are not only low in sodium but also packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is ideal for low-carb, gluten-free, or keto diets—and perfect for a healthy family dinner or backyard BBQ!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef or turkey (85% lean)
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 8 leaves Large iceberg or romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 large Tomato, sliced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium mustard
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef or turkey with onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Do not overmix as this can make the burgers tough.
Divide the meat mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4-inch thick. Press a small indentation into the center of each patty with your thumb to help them cook evenly.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Place the patties in the skillet or on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side. Flip the burgers and continue to cook for another 4-5 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for beef or 165°F (74°C) for turkey.
Remove the patties from the skillet or grill once cooked, and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
While the patties are resting, prepare the lettuce wraps by gently washing and drying the lettuce leaves. You can use two leaves per burger if you want extra crunch and structural integrity.
Assemble the lettuce wrap burgers: Place a cooked patty on one or two lettuce leaves, then top with a slice of tomato, some red onion slices, and avocado slices.
Drizzle or spread a small amount of low-sodium mustard on top of the avocado.
Wrap the lettuce leaves around the fillings, securing them on the bottom to form a pouch around the burger.
Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, low sodium lettuce wrap burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 106.6 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.4 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 481 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 103.7 g | 207% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 3689 mg | 78% | |
*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.
