Dairy-Free Classic Smash Burger

Sink your teeth into this irresistibly juicy Dairy-Free Classic Smash Burger, a perfectly crispy-edged take on everyone’s favorite griddled delight—without a drop of dairy in sight. Made with high-quality 80/20 ground beef, these flavorful patties are seasoned with a crave-worthy blend of garlic, onion, salt, and pepper, then smashed to perfection on a hot skillet for that iconic seared crust. Sandwiched between toasted dairy-free buns and layered with vegan mayonnaise, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, dill pickles, and a tangy hit of ketchup, this burger is a testament to simplicity done right. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser for burger lovers seeking a dairy-free twist. Perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings—grab your skillet and get smashing!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 mix)
• 1 tsp Kosher salt
• 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder
• 4 pieces Burger buns (dairy-free)
• 4 tbsp Vegan mayonnaise
• 4 tbsp Ketchup
• 12 slices Pickle slices
• 1 large Tomato, sliced
• 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 2 tbsp Neutral oil (like vegetable or canola)

Directions

Step 1

Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, but do not pack the meat tightly.

Step 2

Heat a large cast iron skillet or griddle pan over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, add 1 tablespoon of oil.

Step 3

Place 1 or 2 beef balls in the skillet, depending on the size of your skillet and allow space for smashing.

Step 4

Using a metal spatula or a burger press, smash the meat balls down into patties, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 5

Season the patties with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 6

Cook for about 2 minutes, until the edges are brown and crispy.

Step 7

Carefully flip the patties and cook for another 1-2 minutes until cooked through and juicy.

Step 8

Remove the burgers from the skillet and let them rest on a plate.

Step 9

To assemble the burgers, spread 1 tablespoon of vegan mayonnaise on the cut side of each bottom bun.

Step 10

Place the lettuce leaf, followed by the patty, and add a generous amount of ketchup on top.

Step 11

Add 3 pickle slices, one or two tomato slices, and top with the other half of the bun.

Step 12

Repeat the process with the remaining patties.

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy your dairy-free classic smash burger!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1189.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2436.1

Total Fat 143.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 334.7mg	0%
Sodium 3806.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 188.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 36.1g
Protein 103.4g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 346.4mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 2002.7mg	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: 52.6%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 30.6%