Paleo California Burger
Elevate your burger game with this flavorful Paleo California Burger, a low-carb, gluten-free twist on the classic comfort food. Featuring juicy, seasoned grass-fed beef patties, this recipe swaps traditional buns for savory grilled portobello mushroom caps, creating a wholesome, satisfying base. A creamy avocado mash, fresh tomato slices, and crisp lettuce leaves add vibrant layers of flavor and texture, while a hint of lemon juice brightens every bite. Perfectly paleo and packed with nutrients, this burger is ideal for anyone seeking a healthier yet indulgent alternative. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, it’s a deliciously guilt-free option for weeknight meals or weekend grilling adventures.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Grass-fed ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Portobello mushroom caps
- 1 Avocado
- 1 Tomato
- 4 Lettuce leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grass-fed ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined, then shape into two equal-sized patties.
Preheat a grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Brush the portobello mushroom caps with olive oil on both sides and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Place the patties and the mushroom caps on the grill or skillet. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side for medium, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
At the same time, grill the mushroom caps until they are tender, about 3-4 minutes per side.
While the burgers and mushrooms are cooking, slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Add lemon juice and mash the avocado into a chunky consistency.
Slice the tomato into thin slices and prepare lettuce leaves, washing and drying them as needed.
Once everything is cooked, begin assembling your Paleo California Burgers. Place one grilled mushroom cap on a plate as the base 'bun'.
Top the mushroom with a beef patty, followed by a generous amount of mashed avocado.
Add a few slices of tomato and a lettuce leaf.
Top with another grilled mushroom cap to complete the burger. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.3 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.1 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 2701 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 102.1 g | 204% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 3593 mg | 76% | |
*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.
