Whole 30 Hawaiian Pineapple Burger

Total time35 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time15 min

Burgers are one of those foods that feel like they should be off-limits when you're eating clean, but this one proves otherwise in the most satisfying way possible. The patties are seasoned with coconut aminos, fresh garlic, ginger, and a touch of turmeric, giving every bite a warm, savory depth that goes way beyond a plain beef patty. Caramelized pineapple rings bring a sweet, smoky char that pairs beautifully with the richness of the beef, and the whole thing comes together without a drop of soy sauce, sugar, or anything that would knock you off track. Instead of a bun, crisp butter lettuce leaves do the wrapping, keeping things light and fresh while still giving you that satisfying handheld experience. The creamy avocado sauce — blended with coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and ginger — acts as a bright, tangy stand-in for any mayo or condiment you might be missing. Thin-sliced red onion and fresh cilantro finish it off with a little crunch and color. It's the kind of meal that makes eating this way feel less like a restriction and more like a serious upgrade.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the patties

1 ½ lb ground beef (80/20)
2 tbsp coconut aminos
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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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