Low Carb Vegan Hamburger

Satisfy your burger cravings without compromising your dietary goals with this delicious Low Carb Vegan Hamburger, a healthy yet indulgent twist on the classic favorite. Made with a flavorful cauliflower rice and almond flour base, these plant-based patties are bound together with nutrient-rich chia seeds for a naturally egg-free alternative. Infused with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and nutritional yeast, every bite packs a smoky, savory punch. Serve these golden, skillet-seared patties between crisp lettuce leaves for a bun-free, gluten-free experience, and top with fresh tomato slices, crunchy pickles, and creamy vegan mayonnaise for the ultimate guilt-free burger. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick, wholesome meal that’s low-carb, vegan, and absolutely satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cauliflower rice
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
• 5 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
• 4 large leaves Lettuce leaves (for buns)
• 1 medium, sliced Tomato
• 0.25 small, thinly sliced Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Vegan mayonnaise
• 2 slices Pickles

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the chia seeds and water. Stir well and let sit for 5-10 minutes until a gel-like consistency forms. This will serve as the egg substitute.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower rice, almond flour, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

Add the chia seed mixture to the bowl and knead everything together until it forms a dough-like consistency.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty approximately 1/2 inch thick.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the avocado oil. Once hot, carefully place the patties in the skillet.

Step 6

Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 7

Remove the patties from the skillet and let them cool slightly on a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 8

To assemble the low-carb hamburgers, lay out two lettuce leaves per patty to serve as the top and bottom buns.

Step 9

Place a patty in the center of the lettuce leaves. Add a dollop of vegan mayonnaise, then top with sliced tomato, red onion, and pickles.

Step 10

Cover the toppings with another lettuce leaf, folding it over to form a bun. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(634.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	732.4

Total Fat 50.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g
Cholesterol 6.8mg	0%
Sodium 2835.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.8g	0%
Total Sugars 20.2g
Protein 26.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 363.4mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1273.7mg	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: 57.8%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 28.5%