Pão com Carne

Pão com Carne is a delightful Brazilian burger made with a juicy beef patty, fresh toppings, and a flavorful whole grain bun. This healthy twist on the classic dish promises a satisfying and nutritious meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Lean ground beef - 250 grams
• Whole grain burger buns - 2 units
• Fresh spinach - 50 grams
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Avocado - 1/2 medium, sliced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
2. Form the mixture into two equal patties, about 1.5 cm thick.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
4. While the patties are cooking, toast the whole grain burger buns in the same skillet until golden brown.
5. Assemble the burgers by placing a beef patty on each bun, then add fresh spinach, tomato slices, red onion, and avocado on top.
6. Drizzle lime juice over the toppings before closing the burgers with the top half of the bun.
7. Serve immediately with a side of salad or sweet potato fries if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.

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