Low Sodium Shack Burger

Satisfy your craving for a classic burger without compromising on flavor or your dietary needs with this Low Sodium Shack Burger. Made with juicy 85% lean ground beef and seasoned with black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, these patties are pan-seared to perfection for a rich, savory bite. Melted low sodium American cheese adds a creamy layer, while fresh iceberg lettuce and juicy tomato slices provide a delightful crunch. The real star? A tangy homemade special sauce made with low sodium mayo, ketchup, and mustard, all tucked into a toasted whole wheat bun. Ready in just 25 minutes, this heart-healthy take on a Shack-style burger is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Enjoy a guilt-free, flavor-packed burger experience—low sodium, high satisfaction!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (85% lean)
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 slices Low sodium American cheese slice
• 4 buns Whole wheat hamburger buns (low sodium)
• 4 leaves Iceberg lettuce
• 1 medium Tomato
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise (low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon Ketchup (low sodium)
• 1 teaspoon Yellow mustard (low sodium)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground beef with black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix lightly to avoid overworking the meat.

Step 2

Form the beef into four equal-sized patties, about 4 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, add the patties to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, and then flip.

Step 5

Place one slice of low sodium American cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking, allowing it to melt.

Step 6

While the patties are cooking, toast the hamburger buns lightly in a separate skillet or toaster.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the low sodium mayonnaise, low sodium ketchup, and low sodium mustard to make the special sauce.

Step 8

Slice the tomato into thin slices.

Step 9

To assemble the burgers, spread a tablespoon of the special sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun.

Step 10

Place a cooked beef patty on top of the sauce, followed by a leaf of lettuce, a slice of tomato, and the top bun half.

Step 11

Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your low sodium Shack-style burger!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1085.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1987.8

Total Fat 127.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 364.8mg	0%
Sodium 2386.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 111.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.2g
Protein 111.8g	0%

Vitamin D 188.1IU	0%
Calcium 842.6mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 1841.6mg	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: 56.2%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 21.8%