Pregnancy Friendly Ginger-Scallion Mini Burger Lettuce Cups
These little lettuce cups are packed with bold, fresh flavor — ginger, garlic, scallions, and a touch of turmeric make every bite feel vibrant and satisfying without relying on anything processed or questionable. The patties are cooked all the way through to 160°F, which is exactly where ground beef needs to be during pregnancy, so there's no guesswork and no pink in the middle. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce throughout, keeping the ingredient list clean and free from additives you might want to avoid right now. The quick dipping sauce — just coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, fresh ginger, and a little honey — comes together in seconds and adds a bright, tangy finish that ties everything together. Butter lettuce leaves act as the perfect edible wrapper, light and crisp, while shredded carrot adds a satisfying crunch alongside the tender, savory patties. It's the kind of hands-on, build-your-own meal that feels fun and fresh, whether you're cooking for yourself or feeding a crowd. Wholesome ingredients, real food, and genuinely craveable flavor — this one earns a permanent spot in the rotation.
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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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