NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz 93% lean ground beef

1.5 whole part-skim mozzarella cheese sticks

1 whole thin whole wheat burger bun

1 large egg white

1 tbsp whole wheat panko breadcrumbs

2 tbsp no-sugar-added marinara sauce

1 cup fresh arugula

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.

• 2

  Cut the mozzarella cheese sticks in half to create four smaller pieces.

• 3

  Whisk the egg white in a small bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and dried oregano.

• 4

  Dip each cheese stick piece into the egg white, then dredge in the panko mixture until evenly coated.

• 5

  Place the coated cheese sticks in the air fryer and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the exterior is golden and the cheese is soft.

• 6

  While the cheese sticks cook, season the ground beef with sea salt and black pepper, then form it into a single patty.

• 7

  Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef patty for 4 minutes per side or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.

• 8

  Lightly toast the whole wheat bun in the skillet during the last minute of cooking.

• 9

  Warm the marinara sauce in a small microwave-safe bowl or in a small saucepan.

• 10

  Assemble the burger by placing the arugula on the bottom bun, followed by the beef patty, the air-fried mozzarella sticks, and a generous spoonful of marinara sauce.