Artificial Food Coloring Free Lettuce-Wrapped Beef Burger
Burgers are one of those meals that should be simple, but packaged sauces, seasoning blends, and even some ground beef products can sneak in synthetic dyes you never asked for. This version keeps everything clean and whole ā every ingredient on the list is exactly what it says it is, nothing more. The patties themselves are seasoned with garlic, ginger, oregano, thyme, and a touch of turmeric, which gives them a warm, earthy depth that makes you wonder why anyone bothers with a packet mix. Butter lettuce stands in for a bun beautifully, wrapping around the beef with a satisfying crunch that somehow feels both lighter and more indulgent at the same time. Creamy avocado, sweet roasted beet, and thinly sliced red onion pile on top, and a quick drizzle of coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar ties it all together with a savory, slightly tangy finish. Cooking the patties in a cast iron skillet gets you that deeply browned crust that a backyard grill would be proud of. It's the kind of meal that looks impressive on the plate but comes together with nothing more than a bowl, a skillet, and a little patience.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 Ā½ lb ground beef (80/20)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Ā½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For serving
- 1 head butter lettuce, leaves separated
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1 medium beet, cooked and sliced
- Ā½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- fresh parsley or cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, grated ginger, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground turmeric, and salt. Mix with your hands until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the meat, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
- 2
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Press a shallow dimple into the center of each patty with your thumb to help them cook evenly without puffing up.
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