YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Mozzarella Stick Burger with Marinara
Pan-seared lean beef patty topped with gooey melted mozzarella sticks and zesty marinara sauce on a toasted whole grain bun.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz 93% lean ground beef
1 whole part-skim mozzarella cheese sticks
0.5 medium whole grain bun
0.25 cup no-sugar-added marinara sauce
0.25 tsp sea salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
0.25 tsp garlic powder
0.25 tsp avocado oil
0.5 cup baby arugula
PREPARATION
In a small bowl, season the ground beef with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, then form into a consistent patty.
Heat the avocado oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear the patty for approximately 4 to 5 minutes per side until cooked through.
While the burger cooks, slice the mozzarella cheese sticks in half lengthwise.
Place the sliced mozzarella sticks on top of the burger during the last 2 minutes of cooking and cover the skillet with a lid to ensure the cheese becomes gooey and melted.
In a small saucepan, warm the marinara sauce over low heat until it is simmering.
Toast the whole grain bun until the edges are golden and crisp.
Assemble the burger by placing the baby arugula on the bottom bun, followed by the cheesy beef patty, and a generous pour of warm marinara sauce before topping with the other half of the bun.