Citrus Free Lettuce-Wrapped Beef Burger
Juicy, herb-packed beef patties wrapped in cool butter lettuce leaves ā this is the kind of burger that feels indulgent without any of the usual ingredient stress. The patties are seasoned with garlic, ginger, oregano, thyme, and a touch of turmeric, giving every bite a warm, aromatic depth that a plain beef patty simply can't match. Cooking them in coconut oil in a cast iron skillet builds a serious sear on the outside while keeping the inside tender and flavorful. What makes this build so satisfying is the layering: creamy avocado, earthy roasted beet, and sharp red onion all nestle into crisp butter lettuce cups for a combination that's colorful and genuinely crave-worthy. The dipping sauce ā just coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar ā adds a savory, slightly tangy finish without relying on any citrus juice or zest, which can sneak into so many condiments and marinades. For anyone navigating a citrus-free approach, that sauce swap alone is a small but meaningful win. A handful of fresh parsley or cilantro on top pulls everything together and adds a bright, herby note that doesn't require a squeeze of anything from the fruit bowl.
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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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