Nightshade Free Ginger-Scallion Mini Burger Lettuce Cups
Burgers usually come loaded with ketchup, hot sauce, or spiced mayo — all classic nightshade territory — but these little lettuce cups sidestep every one of those pitfalls without sacrificing a single bit of excitement. The patties get their depth from fresh ginger, garlic, coconut aminos, and a touch of turmeric, so the flavor is bold, savory, and genuinely interesting rather than just "safe by default." Ground beef at an 80/20 ratio means each mini patty stays juicy and gets a beautifully browned crust in the skillet, which is really the moment the whole dish comes together. Crisp butter lettuce leaves stand in for buns and make every bite feel light and fresh, while julienned carrot and scallion greens add color and a little crunch on top. The dipping sauce — coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, and more ginger — is tangy and slightly sweet, and it ties everything together in a way that feels almost restaurant-worthy. These are the kind of handheld bites you can set out on a platter and watch disappear before you've even sat down.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For the dipping sauce
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
For serving
- 12 butter lettuce leaves, separated and rinsed
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the dipping sauce ingredients: 2 tbsp coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp grated ginger, and honey until the honey dissolves. Set aside.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, white parts of the scallions, 1 tbsp grated ginger, garlic, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, turmeric, and salt. Mix with your hands until just combined — do not overwork the meat.
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