Tasty Burger Recipe with a Healthy Twist

Nutritionist Matthew Molpus shares this recipe

SAN ANTONIO – Matthew Molpus from True Wellness shares this healthy burger recipe for those looking to eat good and stay healthy for the new year:

Hamburger Lettuce Wrap 

Ingredients:

Servings 4

½ cup Mushrooms (chopped)

¼ cup Carrot (shredded)

1 lb lean beef (85-90%)

2-3 tomatoes (sliced)

Romaine leaf lettuce 

Cheese (sliced)

1 Avocado

¼ tsp salt and pepper

Preparation

In one bowl combine the chopped mushrooms, shredded carrots and lean beef.

Mix well and pound veggies into the beef to soften the meat.

Create patties, season with salt & pepper then place on the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook for 4-5 minutes then flip to finish cooking on the other side. Check with food thermometer to reach 155⁰ F

Place sliced cheese on patty the final 2 minutes of cooking to melt the cheese.

Wrap with lettuce, top with tomato and avocado.

Serve and enjoy with family or friends

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About the Author

David Elder is the host and executive producer of the food and travel show Texas Eats on ABC KSAT 12

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