Legume Free Lettuce-Wrapped Beef Burger
Juicy, herb-packed beef patties wrapped in cool butter lettuce instead of a bun ā this is the kind of meal that feels indulgent while keeping things completely clean. The patties get serious depth from garlic, ginger, oregano, thyme, and a touch of turmeric, all seared in coconut oil until the outside is deeply browned and the inside stays tender. Skipping the bun isn't a compromise here; the crisp butter lettuce cups actually let every topping shine, from creamy avocado and earthy beet slices to sharp red onion. A quick two-ingredient dipping sauce made from coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar ties everything together with a savory, slightly tangy kick. For anyone navigating a legume-free lifestyle, burgers can be a minefield of hidden soy, peanut oil, or bean-based fillers lurking in patties and condiments ā every single component here sidesteps all of that without any substitutions or workarounds. The cast iron sear is the real secret weapon, building that restaurant-quality crust that makes these patties impossible to resist straight off the pan.
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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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