Whole30 Lettuce Wrap Burger

Craving a delicious, guilt-free burger that’s packed with flavor and Whole30 compliant? This Whole30 Lettuce Wrap Burger swaps out the traditional bun for crisp, refreshing lettuce leaves, creating a lighter yet satisfying alternative. Juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patties are seared to perfection and layered with fresh toppings like creamy avocado, ripe tomato slices, crunchy red onion, and tangy, Whole30-approved pickles. Finished with a drizzle of mustard and a sprinkle of salt-free seasoning, this burger is bursting with flavor in every bite. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this healthy recipe is easy to customize and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Dig into this paleo- and Whole30-friendly lettuce wrap burger for a tasty, wholesome twist on a classic favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 8 pieces large lettuce leaves
• 1 sliced tomato
• 0.5 sliced red onion
• 8 pieces whole30 compliant pickle slices
• 1 sliced avocado
• 1 teaspoon salt-free seasoning
• 2 tablespoons mustard

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients gently until just combined. Do not overwork the meat.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the burger patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your preferred level of doneness.

Step 6

While the burgers are cooking, prepare the lettuce wraps. Rinse the lettuce leaves and pat dry.

Step 7

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

Step 8

To assemble the lettuce wrap burgers, place a large lettuce leaf on a plate.

Step 9

Place a burger patty onto the lettuce leaf. Top with tomato slices, red onion slices, pickle slices, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of salt-free seasoning.

Step 10

Drizzle mustard over the toppings for an extra punch of flavor.

Step 11

Fold the lettuce leaf around the burger and toppings to enclose them. Repeat with the remaining patties and ingredients.

Step 12

Serve the Whole30 Lettuce Wrap Burgers immediately and enjoy a fresh, flavorful meal compliant with the Whole30 guidelines.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(911.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1262.3

Total Fat 97.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 4407.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 3.6g
Protein 80.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 209.8mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 2003.6mg	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: 67.9%

Protein: 25.0%

Carbs: 7.0%