Day 2 Lunch: Grass-Fed Cheddar Beef Burger & Mixed Greens
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
10 Minutes
Serves:
1
Level:
Beginner
About the Recipe
A juicy grass-fed beef burger patty topped with rich, melted cheddar cheese, served with a quick side of fresh mixed greens lightly dressed in olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
Burger:
6-8 oz grass-fed ground beef (80/20 preferred)
1 slice sharp cheddar cheese
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Mixed Greens Salad:
1½ cups mixed salad greens
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon high-quality balsamic vinegar (no added sugars or fillers)
Sea salt, to taste
Preparation
Grass-Fed Beef Burger:
Shape Burger: Form ground beef into a burger patty. Season generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
Quick-Cooking Tip: Shape burger patties ahead of time and freeze individually with parchment paper in between for instant meal prep.
Cook Burger: Heat skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook burger about 4-5 minutes per side until browned and desired doneness is reached.
Add Cheese: In the final minute of cooking, place cheddar cheese slice on patty until melted.
Mixed Greens Salad:
Quickly toss mixed greens with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of sea salt.
Tips to Make it Even Easier:
Burger Shortcut: Make and freeze multiple patties at once. Quickly thaw and cook as needed.
Salad Convenience: Keep pre-washed greens ready in the fridge, and make an easy olive oil and balsamic dressing ahead of time in a squeeze bottle.
Quick & Simple Flavor Boost Options (Optional):
Truffle Aioli: Mix sugar-free mayo with a small dash of truffle oil. Spread lightly on burger.
Pickled Red Onions: Quickly pickle thin-sliced red onions overnight in apple cider vinegar (no sugar added), salt, and black pepper. Top your burger for tangy contrast.
Avocado: Mash avocado with lime juice and salt for a creamy topping rich in healthy fats.
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Meal Plan by American Diabetes Society