Low Sodium Grilled Chicken Burger

Sink your teeth into a flavorful and heart-healthy *Low Sodium Grilled Chicken Burger* that’s as wholesome as it is satisfying. This recipe combines tender, marinated chicken breasts grilled to perfection with creamy mashed avocado and a medley of fresh toppings, including crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and fragrant basil leaves. Served on lightly toasted whole grain buns, this burger is lower in sodium without sacrificing taste, thanks to a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, and onion powder. Perfect for a quick and nutritious weeknight dinner or a casual backyard BBQ, this low sodium option is ready in just 25 minutes and packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Great for anyone seeking a delicious, health-conscious alternative to traditional burgers!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 pieces Whole grain burger buns
• 2 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 1 medium Tomato
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 small Avocado
• 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Start by marinating the chicken breasts. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure it is well coated. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 4

While the grill is heating, prepare the toppings. Slice the tomato and red onion thinly, and cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Mash the avocado slightly with a fork, add a squeeze of lemon juice to prevent browning, and set aside.

Step 5

Place the chicken breasts on the grill. Grill for about 5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear.

Step 6

While the chicken is grilling, lightly toast the whole grain burger buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until just golden brown.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers by spreading a generous layer of mashed avocado on the bottom half of each toasted bun.

Step 8

Place a grilled chicken breast on top of the avocado.

Step 9

Layer with lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion slices.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh basil leaves, and top with the other half of the bun.

Step 11

Serve the burgers immediately while warm, enjoying the combination of flavors and textures in a healthy, low sodium meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(854.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1509.7

Total Fat 65.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2148.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 127.0g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 200.8mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 2052.4mg	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: 38.6%

Protein: 33.2%

Carbs: 28.1%