Nice Niçoise Burger

The Nice Niçoise Burger is a delightful twist on the classic French dish, featuring a juicy beef patty topped with fresh Mediterranean ingredients. This Paleo-friendly burger is served on lettuce wraps, making it both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300g
• Cherry tomatoes - 100g, halved
• Black olives - 50g, pitted and sliced
• Green beans - 100g, trimmed
• Hard-boiled eggs - 2, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh basil - 10g, chopped
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large for wrapping
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
2. Add the ground beef to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
3. While the beef is cooking, blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until tender, then drain and set aside.
4. In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, black olives, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and fresh basil. Add a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
5. Once the beef is cooked through, assemble the burger by placing a beef patty on a lettuce leaf, topping it with the Mediterranean salad and green beans.
6. Wrap the lettuce around the filling and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 180 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats and antioxidants from olive oil and vegetables.

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