Circus Burgers with Lean Ground Beef and Chia Seeds

Elevate your burger game with these Circus Burgers featuring lean ground beef and nutrient-packed chia seeds! This clever recipe combines wholesome ingredients like chia seeds, egg, and breadcrumbs to create juicy, flavorful patties that are both satisfying and nutritious. Seasoned with onion and garlic powder, a touch of paprika, and a dash of salt and pepper, these burgers are cooked to perfection in just minutes on the stovetop. The toasted bun is layered with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, and crunchy red onion, topped with classic condiments like ketchup and mustard for a flavorful bite every time. Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner, these burgers prove that fast food can be both delicious and mindful, making them a go-to for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 hamburger buns
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 4 tomato slices
• 4 rings sliced red onion
• 4 tbsp ketchup
• 4 tsp mustard

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine lean ground beef, chia seeds, egg, breadcrumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients together using your hands or a large spoon until well combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the burgers tough.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a burger patty about 3/4 inch thick.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, place the burger patties in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) to ensure they are fully cooked.

Step 6

During the last minute of cooking, lightly toast the hamburger buns in a separate pan or on the grill until golden brown.

Step 7

To assemble the Circus Burgers, place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each toasted bun.

Step 8

Add a cooked burger patty over the lettuce, followed by a slice of tomato, a red onion ring, and any additional toppings you like.

Step 9

Spread 1 tablespoon of ketchup and 1 teaspoon of mustard on the top half of each bun.

Step 10

Cover the burger with the top bun, serve immediately, and enjoy your nutritious Circus Burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1087.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1836.8

Total Fat 94.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.6g
Cholesterol 500.6mg	0%
Sodium 3646.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 69.2g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 170.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 321.2mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 581.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.0%

Protein: 32.8%

Carbs: 26.2%