NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

6 oz ground beef (93% lean)

1 piece mozzarella string cheese

1 tbsp almond flour

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp onion powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0 whole whole grain burger bun

1 cup fresh arugula

1 tbsp sugar-free marinara sauce

PREPARATION

• 1

  Slice the mozzarella stick into three small rounds.

• 2

  Divide the ground beef into two thin patties, place the mozzarella rounds in the center of one, and seal with the second patty by pinching the edges tightly.

• 3

  In a shallow dish, whisk together the almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

• 4

  Press the beef patty firmly into the almond flour mixture on both sides until it is evenly and thickly coated.

• 5

  Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook the patty for 5-6 minutes per side until the crust is golden-brown and the cheese inside is melted.

• 6

  Lightly toast the whole grain bun and assemble the burger with a bed of fresh arugula, the crispy patty, and a dollop of marinara sauce.