High Protein Classic Beef Burger with Bun

Get ready to elevate your burger game with this High Protein Classic Beef Burger with Bun—perfect for fitness enthusiasts and burger lovers alike! This recipe combines lean ground beef with a nutritional boost from whey protein concentrate, creating juicy, flavorful patties packed with muscle-building protein. Seasoned with garlic and onion powder and complemented by melted cheddar cheese, fresh lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and red onion, each burger is a hearty and satisfying meal. Served on toasted whole grain buns and customizable with your favorite condiments, this burger is a winning combination of flavor and health. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an ideal option for a quick yet protein-packed dinner or barbecue centerpiece!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef (85% lean)
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons whey protein concentrate
• 0.25 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 whole grain hamburger buns
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 4 cheddar cheese slices
• 0.25 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup mustard
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, egg, whey protein concentrate, breadcrumbs, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix together until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape them into burger patties, about 1 inch thick.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 4

Place the burger patties onto the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.

Step 5

In the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.

Step 6

While the burgers are cooking, toast the whole grain buns until golden brown.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers by laying a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by the cooked burger patty with melted cheese, 2 slices of tomato, a slice or two of red onion, and your choice of condiments: ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise.

Step 8

Place the top half of the bun on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1282.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3150.4

Total Fat 175.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 714.8mg	0%
Sodium 6479.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 37.6g
Protein 200.7g	0%

Vitamin D 72.8IU	0%
Calcium 1490.5mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 2442.3mg	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: 48.5%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 26.9%