Walnut Free Hawaiian Pineapple Burger
Sweet, savory, and loaded with tropical flavor, this burger brings serious island vibes to your weeknight dinner rotation. The patties are seasoned with coconut aminos, fresh garlic, ginger, and a touch of turmeric, giving every bite a warm, aromatic depth that goes way beyond a basic beef burger. Caramelized pineapple rings add a juicy, golden sweetness that plays perfectly against the richness of the beef, while a creamy avocado sauce — blended with ginger and apple cider vinegar — ties the whole thing together with a bright, tangy finish. Butter lettuce leaves stand in for buns, keeping things light and fresh without sacrificing any of the satisfying handheld experience. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just clean, bold flavors from start to finish. It's the kind of recipe that looks impressive on the plate but comes together in one skillet with straightforward steps anyone can follow.
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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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