NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz ground beef (93% lean)

1.5 whole part-skim mozzarella cheese sticks

1 whole sprouted grain burger bun

0.25 cup marinara sauce (no sugar added)

1 leaf romaine lettuce

1 slice tomato

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0 tsp avocado oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a bowl, season the ground beef with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, then form into a single consistent patty.

• 2

  Heat the avocado oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

• 3

  Place the beef patty in the skillet and sear for approximately 4 to 5 minutes on one side.

• 4

  Flip the patty, then slice the mozzarella cheese sticks in half lengthwise and arrange them across the top of the beef.

• 5

  Cover the skillet with a lid for the final 2 minutes of cooking to ensure the cheese is completely melted and gooey.

• 6

  While the beef finishes, lightly toast the sprouted grain bun in a separate pan or toaster until golden.

• 7

  Warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.

• 8

  Assemble the burger by placing the lettuce and tomato on the bottom bun, followed by the cheesy beef patty and a generous spoonful of marinara.