Legume Free Rosemary Beef Snack Patties
Savory, herby, and satisfying in just a few bites, these little beef patties are the kind of snack that feels way more intentional than anything you'd grab off a shelf. Ground beef gets seasoned with fresh rosemary, dried oregano, a whisper of turmeric, and a bright hit of lemon juice that keeps every bite from feeling heavy. Garlic-infused olive oil does double duty here — it goes into the mix and into the pan — building a deep, aromatic crust without any fuss. For anyone navigating a legume-free lifestyle, packaged snacks and protein bites are often a minefield of hidden pea protein, lentil flour, or bean-based fillers, so having a recipe this clean and straightforward is genuinely useful. The technique is simple: mix just until combined, press into flat rounds, and sear over medium-high heat until you get that deeply browned exterior and a fully cooked center. A two-minute rest after cooking keeps them juicy. Serve them straight from the skillet, tuck them into a lunchbox, or keep a batch in the fridge for a quick high-protein snack throughout the week.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground beef (85/15)
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil, plus more for the pan
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, rosemary, garlic-infused olive oil, salt, black pepper, oregano, turmeric, and lemon juice. Mix with your hands until the seasonings are evenly distributed, about 30 seconds — stop as soon as the mixture is uniform to avoid overworking.
- 2
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and press each into a flat round patty about 1/2 inch thick.
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