Oats Free Lettuce-Wrapped Beef Burger
Burgers don't need a bun to feel satisfying, and this recipe proves it in the most delicious way possible. The patties are seasoned with garlic, ginger, oregano, thyme, and a touch of turmeric, giving them a deeply savory, aromatic flavor that holds up beautifully against the fresh toppings. Butter lettuce leaves stand in as the wrap, and they're surprisingly sturdy ā especially when you nest two together to cradle the patties, avocado, earthy beet slices, and sharp red onion. A quick dipping sauce made from coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar ties everything together with a tangy, umami-rich finish. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from oats and oat derivatives, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. The cast iron sear locks in a serious crust on each patty, and the two-minute rest keeps them juicy all the way through. It's a clean, craveable meal that feels indulgent without any of the usual grain-based worries.
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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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