Seeds 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 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 warmth and depth that goes way beyond a basic burger. Cooking them in coconut oil in a cast iron skillet builds that deeply browned crust you'd expect from a great steakhouse patty, and the two-minute rest locks in all those juices. 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 that hold together better than you'd expect. A quick dipping sauce of coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar ties everything together with a savory, slightly tangy finish. Every component here is naturally free from seeds and seed-derived ingredients, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out ā the recipe just works as written. It's a genuinely craveable weeknight dinner that happens to check every box without feeling like a compromise.
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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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