Keto Lettuce Wrap Burger (No Bun Burger)
Ingredients:
For the Burger:
- 200–250g ground beef (or chicken/turkey)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or butter (for cooking)
For Assembling:
- 4–5 large lettuce leaves (Romaine or Iceberg work best)
- 2 slices cheese (optional)
- 1 small tomato (sliced)
- Pickles (optional)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise or mustard
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:
🍔 Step 1: Cook the Burger Patties
- Mix ground meat with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Shape into 2 medium patties.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Cook patties 4–5 minutes on each side (or until fully cooked).
- If using cheese, place it on top during the last minute so it melts.
🥬 Step 2: Prepare the Lettuce Wraps
- Wash lettuce leaves and pat dry.
- Use large leaves to wrap the burger patty like a bun.
🌟 Step 3: Assemble the Burger
- Place cooked patty on lettuce leaf.
- Add tomato slices, pickles, and a little mayo or mustard.
- Fold lettuce over to make a wrap.
- Serve immediately for best taste and crunch.
🔥 Tips:
- Use crispy lettuce for the best texture.
- Eat immediately; lettuce can get soggy if left too long.
- Customize with avocado, bacon, or any keto-friendly toppings.
😍 Why it’s amazing:
- Juicy, flavorful, and fresh
- Low-carb, high-protein, and filling
- Tastes like a real burger but keto-friendly