Artificial Food Coloring Free Hawaiian Pineapple Burger
Juicy beef patties seasoned with garlic, fresh ginger, and a touch of turmeric get wrapped in crisp butter lettuce alongside caramelized pineapple and a creamy avocado sauce — it's a seriously satisfying combination that feels both tropical and grounded. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which means no synthetic dyes hiding in a bottled marinade or a store-bought bun. Coconut aminos do the heavy lifting as a savory, slightly sweet seasoning throughout the patties, the pineapple glaze, and the avocado sauce, keeping the flavor layered without reaching for anything artificial. The lettuce wrap format isn't just a fun swap — it also sidesteps the processed bread aisle entirely, where dyes and additives tend to sneak in. Grilling the pineapple rings until they're golden and caramelized at the edges adds a natural sweetness that makes the whole burger feel indulgent without any shortcuts. The avocado sauce comes together in minutes with just a handful of clean pantry staples, and it ties every layer together beautifully. This is the kind of meal that proves eating without artificial additives doesn't mean eating without flavor.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 ½ lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For the grilled pineapple
- 4 rings fresh pineapple, about ½ inch thick
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
For the avocado sauce
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 8 large butter lettuce leaves
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Make the avocado sauce: mash the avocados in a small bowl until smooth, then stir in the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and salt until fully combined. Set aside.
- 2
Combine the ground beef, coconut aminos, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix gently until just combined, then divide into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Press a shallow indent in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent doming during cooking.
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