Whole30 Classic Cheeseburger

Satisfy your burger cravings while staying true to your Whole30 goals with this flavor-packed Whole30 Classic Cheeseburger! This recipe transforms the traditional cheeseburger into a guilt-free, paleo-friendly delight by swapping the bun for crisp lettuce leaves and using only Whole30 compliant ingredients. Juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patties are topped with crispy bacon, creamy avocado slices, fresh tomato, red onion, and a tangy dollop of Whole30-approved mayonnaise. Each bite is a crave-worthy combination of smoky, savory, and fresh flavors, all while being completely dairy-free, gluten-free, and sugar-free. Ready in just 35 minutes, this burger is the ultimate quick and healthy meal for lunch, dinner, or your next grill night. Don’t forget to serve it with a big pickle for that satisfying crunch!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp onion powder
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 1 medium tomato
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 4 slices Whole30 compliant bacon
• 4 tbsp Whole30 compliant mayonnaise
• 1 small avocado
• 1 large pickle

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine ground beef with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into four equal parts and shape each into a patty about ¾ inch thick.

Step 4

Place the patties onto the preheated grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. For medium, aim for an internal temperature of 160°F.

Step 5

While the burgers are cooking, fry the bacon in a pan over medium heat until crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain excess fat on a paper towel.

Step 6

Slice the tomato and red onion into thin slices. Peel and pit the avocado, and slice it thinly.

Step 7

Once the burgers and bacon are cooked, assemble your burgers. Using large lettuce leaves as a base, place a patty on top of the leaf.

Step 8

Spread 1 tablespoon of Whole30 compliant mayonnaise on each patty. Add two slices of bacon, slices of tomato, red onion, avocado, and pickle.

Step 9

Top each burger with another lettuce leaf to complete, securing with a toothpick if needed.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Classic Cheeseburger.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1245.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2058.7

Total Fat 168.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 398.9mg	0%
Sodium 7735.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.9g
Protein 106.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 266.6mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 2780.9mg	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: 72.4%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 7.2%