Heart-Healthy Classic Cheddar Cheeseburger
Savor the best of comfort food with a nutritious twist through this Heart-Healthy Classic Cheddar Cheeseburger recipe! Crafted with lean ground turkey and seasoned to perfection with low-sodium soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and fragrant garlic powder, these juicy patties are both flavorful and guilt-free. Served on lightly toasted whole-wheat buns and topped with melted low-fat cheddar cheese, crisp romaine lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and a touch of red onion, this burger combines wholesome ingredients with irresistible taste. Perfect for a quick 30-minute meal, this recipe offers a protein-packed, low-fat alternative to traditional burgers, making it a satisfying option for a balanced diet. Ideal for family dinners, backyard cookouts, or a healthy weeknight treat, this heart-friendly burger is sure to become a new favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey
- 4 pieces Whole-wheat hamburger buns
- 4 slices Low-fat cheddar cheese slices
- 1 piece Small red onion
- 4 leaves Romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Tomato
- 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Begin by finely dicing the red onion. Set aside a few slices for topping and finely chop the remaining onion.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground turkey, chopped onion, low-sodium soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Step 3
Divide the turkey mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent the burgers from bulging in the center as they cook.
Step 4
Preheat a grill or a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the patties on the grill or skillet.
Step 5
Cook the turkey burgers for about 5-6 minutes on the first side. Flip the burgers and continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Step 6
During the last 2 minutes of cooking, place a slice of low-fat cheddar cheese on each burger to melt.
Step 7
While the burgers are cooking, slice the tomato and prepare the romaine lettuce leaves.
Step 8
Toast the whole-wheat hamburger buns lightly on the grill or in the toaster.
Step 9
To assemble the burgers, place a romaine lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, add a slice of tomato, place the turkey patty with melted cheese on top, then add a slice of reserved red onion.
Step 10
Top with the remaining half of the bun and serve immediately. Enjoy your heart-healthy classic cheddar cheeseburgers!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1120.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1528.9 |
| Total Fat 50.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 364.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5074.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 134.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.9g | |
| Protein 154.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1112.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2113.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories