Lean Mean Cheeseburger
Lean Mean Cheeseburger
This recipe incorporates oats in the beef patty to create a filling yet healthier take on a burger.This recipe is courtesy of Beef - It's What's For Dinner.
Prep Time
10
minutes
Cook Time
10
minutes
Servings
4
Total time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (93% lean or leaner)
- 2 tablespoon quick-cooking oats
- 1/2 teaspoon steak seasoning blend
- 4 seeded or whole wheat hamburger buns, split
- 4 slices low-fat cheese, such a s cheddar or american
- optional toppings: lettuce leaves, tomato slices
Directions
- Place oats in food-safe plastic bag.
- Seal bag securely, squeezing out excess air.
- Roll over bag with rolling pin to crush oats to a fine consistency.
- Combine ground beef, oats, and steak seasoning blend in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
- Lightly shape into four 1/2-inch patties.
- Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals.
- Grill, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 7 to 9 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally.
- Line bottom of each bun with lettuce and tomato, if desired; top with burger and cheese slice.
- Close sandwiches.