Whole30 Juicy Elk Burger

Sink your teeth into the ultimate Whole30 Juicy Elk Burger, a lean yet flavorful twist on classic burgers that’s completely paleo-friendly! Crafted with protein-rich ground elk and seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, onion powder, and a splash of coconut aminos, these patties cook up tender and delicious in a ghee-coated skillet. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves and topped with fresh slices of red onion, tomato, and creamy avocado, this burger is as wholesome as it is satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick 10-minute cook time, this recipe caters to busy weeknights or weekend cookouts alike. Perfect for those following Whole30 or paleo lifestyles, it’s a nutrient-packed, gluten-free alternative that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground elk
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 1 small red onion
• 4 large lettuce leaves
• 1 medium tomato
• 1 large avocado

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground elk, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and coconut aminos.

Step 2

Mix well using your hands, making sure the spices and aminos are evenly distributed throughout the meat.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ghee, allowing it to melt and coat the skillet evenly.

Step 5

Place the elk patties into the skillet, leaving space between each one to ensure even cooking.

Step 6

Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip them over and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.

Step 7

While the burgers are cooking, slice the red onion, tomato, and avocado.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the burgers from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes.

Step 9

To assemble the burger, place each elk patty onto a large lettuce leaf.

Step 10

Top with sliced red onion, tomato, and avocado.

Step 11

Fold the leaf over to create a wrap or serve open-faced as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(997.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1351.7

Total Fat 85.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 361.2mg	0%
Sodium 4402.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 22.5g
Protein 107.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 120.4mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 2921.8mg	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: 54.7%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 14.5%