Dairy-Free Smashed Burger

Sink your teeth into the ultimate Dairy-Free Smashed Burger—a juicy, flavorful twist on the classic smash burger designed for those avoiding dairy without compromising on taste. Made with perfectly seasoned 80/20 ground beef smashed to crispy-edged perfection in a sizzling hot skillet, these patties are crowned with melty dairy-free cheese slices for that indulgent finish. Piled high on toasted dairy-free buns and topped with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, crisp red onion, and a dollop of creamy dairy-free mayo, this burger delivers all the satisfying flavors of a traditional diner burger without the dairy. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, ensuring everyone—dairy-free or not—can enjoy a crave-worthy burger experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Onion powder
• 4 Burger buns (dairy-free)
• 4 slices Dairy-free cheese slices
• 2 tablespoons Avocado oil
• 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 1 Tomato
• 0.5 Red onion
• 4 tablespoons Dairy-free mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions, about 4 ounces each.

Step 2

Gently form each portion into a loose ball, being careful not to overwork the meat to retain juiciness.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 4

Season each beef portion with the spice mixture on both sides.

Step 5

Heat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat and add the avocado oil.

Step 6

Once the oil is shimmering and the pan is very hot, place a beef portion on the skillet.

Step 7

Using a sturdy spatula, firmly press down on the beef ball to smash it into a patty about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 8

Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges are brown and crispy, then carefully flip the patty.

Step 9

Place a slice of dairy-free cheese on each patty immediately after flipping and let it melt slightly.

Step 10

Continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes for medium doneness.

Step 11

Remove the patties from the skillet and allow them to rest while you toast the buns.

Step 12

Slice the tomato and red onion into thin slices.

Step 13

Spread 1 tablespoon of dairy-free mayonnaise on each bun bottom.

Step 14

Layer each bun with a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, and a few rings of red onion.

Step 15

Add the smashed burger patty on top, finishing with the top bun.

Step 16

Serve each Dairy-Free Smashed Burger immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1178.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2904.1

Total Fat 189.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 313.1mg	0%
Sodium 5208.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 193.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 107.0g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 921.3mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 1850.1mg	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: 58.7%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 26.6%