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Low carb burger made with portobello mushroom buns, beef patty, and Mediterranean toppings

Mediterranean Low Carb Burger


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  • Author: Callie's Recipes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Transform your burger experience with this revolutionary low carb burger that brings a gourmet twist to your healthy eating journey!


Ingredients

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For the Mushroom Buns:

    • 8 large portobello mushrooms (45 inches in diameter)

    • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

    • 2 cloves garlic, minced

    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

    • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

For the Burger Patties:

    • 1.5 pounds grass-fed ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)

    • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped

    • 3 cloves garlic, minced

    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

    • 1 teaspoon sea salt

    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Mediterranean Toppings:

    • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese

    • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

    • 2 cups fresh arugula

    • 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

    • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

    • Greek yogurt sauce


Instructions

1. Prepare the Mushrooms:

    • Clean portobello mushrooms gently with a damp paper towel.

    • Remove stems and gently scrape out gills.

    • Mix olive oil with minced garlic and oregano.

    • Brush mushrooms on both sides with the seasoned oil.

    • Season with salt and pepper.

2. Make the Patties:

    • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, rosemary, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.

    • Mix gently with hands until just combined (don’t overmix).

    • Form into 4 equal patties, making a slight dimple in the center.

    • Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.

3. Cooking Process:

    • Preheat grill or cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat.

    • Grill mushrooms for 3-4 minutes per side until tender.

    • Cook burger patties for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temperature 135°F).

    • Top with feta cheese during the last minute of cooking.

4. Assembly:

    • Place a grilled mushroom cap gill-side up.

    • Add a handful of arugula.

    • Place the cheese-topped burger patty.

    • Top with sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and red onion.

    • Add a dollop of Greek yogurt sauce.

    • Crown with the second mushroom cap.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 425
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 170 mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg