Beef Protein Boost Burger

Main Ingredient

Beef (specifically, lean ground beef for a high protein, low fat combo)

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef (92% fat-free)
• Whole grain burger buns
• 1/2 cup quinoa
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup chopped red onions
• 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers mix (red, yellow, and green)
• 2 Tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 4 slices of tomato
• 4 slices of low-fat cheese

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 29g

Cooking instructions

1. Cook the quinoa as per package instructions and let it cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooled quinoa, egg, onions, bell peppers, soy sauce, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well to combine.
3. Form the mixture into four equal-sized patties.
4. Preheat the grill on medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side, until they reach your desired level of doneness.
5. While the patties are cooking, toast the buns.
6. Layer each bun with a lettuce leaf, tomato slice, and a slice of low-fat cheese, placing the hot patty on top so the cheese melts slightly.

Plating

Lay the ingredients in this order: bottom bun, layer of lettuce, slice of tomato, the sizzling protein-rich beef patty, the melting low-fat cheese, and finally the top bun. You can spear a small pickle or an olive with a cocktail stick to prevent the burger from toppling over and add an aesthetic touch. Place the burger on a simple white plate, paired with a small fresh side salad or pickled veggies to cut through the richness of the burger. The high protein beef burger should be the star of the plate. A drizzle of low-fat dressing could add a splash of color and enhance the overall look of the plate.