Whole30 Classic Beef Cheeseburger
Satisfy your burger craving the Whole30 way with this Classic Beef Cheeseburger recipe! Packed with bold flavors, this recipe combines perfectly seasoned, juicy ground beef patties with a creamy, dairy-free cashew cheese sauce that's rich and tangy. Served between crisp lettuce leaves instead of a traditional bun, it’s a healthier twist that’s gluten-free, grain-free, and paleo-friendly. Fresh sliced tomato, red onion, and crunchy dill pickles make for the ideal burger toppings, and with just 45 minutes of prep and cook time, these burgers are a quick and indulgent meal without compromise. Perfect for maintaining your Whole30 commitment while indulging in a classic favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (avocado or olive oil)
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic clove
- 0.5 cup water
- 8 leaves lettuce leaves
- 1 medium tomato
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 4 slices dill pickles
Instructions
Start by soaking the cashews. Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for about 20 minutes to soften.
In a bowl, combine the ground beef, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with your hands until all the ingredients are combined evenly.
Divide the beef mixture into four equal parts and shape them into patties about 3/4-inch thick. Place them on a plate and set aside.
To make the cashew cheese, drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender, along with nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic clove, and 1/2 cup of water. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed to reach a spreadable consistency.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the cooking oil and allow it to heat up.
Add the burger patties to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of about 130°F.
While the burgers are cooking, prepare the toppings: slice the tomato and red onion into thin slices.
To assemble the burgers, start by laying two lettuce leaves on each serving plate. Place the cooked burger patty on top of the lettuce.
Spread a generous amount of cashew cheese over each burger patty.
Top with a slice of tomato, a few slices of red onion, and a dill pickle slice.
Finish by placing another lettuce leaf on top to serve as the top bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Classic Beef Cheeseburger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.4 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 76 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 350 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 656 mg | 14% | |
*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.
