Title: Ultimate Lettuce Wrap Burger with Homemade Tahini Aioli
Serves: 3-4
Introduction: Dive into a healthier version of your favorite meal with this lettuce wrap burger, featuring organic grass-fed beef and a creamy, flavorful tahini aioli. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, this recipe combines fresh vegetables and herbs with a robust beef patty, all wrapped in crisp butter lettuce.
Ingredients:
- For the Burgers:
- 16 oz organic grass-fed beef
- 1 head of butter lettuce, leaves separated
- 1/2 red onion, half sliced and half finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons oil (for cooking)
- For the Tahini Aioli:
- 1/2 cup tahini
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for sautéing garlic)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Aioli:
- In a small pan, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a food processor, blend tahini, lemon juice, sautéed garlic, parsley, and salt and pepper until smooth. Set aside.
- Make the Burger Patties:
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped red onion, half of the sautéed garlic, onion powder, chili powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Form the mixture into 4-5 inch wide patties.
- Grill the Patties:
- Preheat your grill to medium heat. Brush the grill with oil.
- Grill patties for about 2-3 minutes per side for medium-well or adjust time for desired doneness.
- Assemble the Burgers:
- Place each patty on a butter lettuce leaf. Top with tahini aioli, a slice of tomato, avocado, and sliced red onion. Cover with another lettuce leaf.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve immediately for a burst of freshness and robust flavors, making a perfect meal that satisfies without the heaviness of traditional buns.
