Bacon Cheeseburger Lettuce Wrap

Name: Bacon Cheeseburger Lettuce Wrap
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (80/20); 8 bacon strips; 4 cheddar cheese slices; 16 butter lettuce leaves (large outer leaves); 2 medium tomato, sliced; 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup dill pickle slices; 2 tbsp yellow mustard; 2 tbsp ketchup; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

All the bold, satisfying flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger - seasoned beef patty, crispy bacon, melted cheddar, and all the fixings - wrapped in crisp butter lettuce instead of a bun for a low-carb take.

35 minEasyServes 4420 cal/serving

AmericanLunchGrill and StovetopLow CarbHigh ProteinGluten-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (80/20)
8 bacon strips
4 cheddar cheese slices
16 butter lettuce leaves (large outer leaves)
2 medium tomato, sliced
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dill pickle slices
2 tbsp yellow mustard
2 tbsp ketchup
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1

Cook 8 bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain most of the fat, leaving a thin film in the pan.
2

Divide 1 lb ground beef (80/20) into 4 equal patties about 3/4-inch thick. Press a small indent in the center of each. Season both sides with 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
3

Heat a grill or the reserved skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties 3-4 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Place 4 cheddar cheese slices on each patty during the last minute and cover briefly to melt.
4

Lay two 16 butter lettuce leaves (large outer leaves) overlapping to form a cup. Place a patty on each cup.
5

Top each patty with bacon strips (2 strips each), 2 medium sliced tomato, 1/2 small thinly sliced red onion, and 1/2 cup dill pickle slices. Drizzle with 2 tbsp yellow mustard and 2 tbsp ketchup.
6

Wrap the lettuce around the filling and serve immediately.

Questions

Can I make Bacon Cheeseburger Lettuce Wrap dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (4 cheddar cheese slices, 16 butter lettuce leaves (large outer leaves)) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free lunch collection instead.

How long does Bacon Cheeseburger Lettuce Wrap keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat in a hot skillet rather than the microwave to keep the char.

Can I halve or double Bacon Cheeseburger Lettuce Wrap?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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