The Anti-Inflammatory Burger King Whopper has a juicy, savory, and satisfying flavor. We prepare this homemade Whopper with ground beef, whole-grain sesame buns, lettuce, tomato, red onion, dill pickles, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, turmeric, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, oregano, and black pepper. This wholesome burger has about 570 calories and 39 g of net carbs. The Anti-Inflammatory Burger King Whopper is perfect for lunch, dinner, family meals, weekend gatherings, and Mediterranean-inspired eating plans. You can serve this burger with Greek Salad, Cucumber Tomato Salad, Roasted Zucchini, Garlic Broccoli, Sweet Potato Wedges, or Hummus.
STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory, Mediterranean
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Portion Size: 1 burger
- Cooking Mode: Stovetop, Grill
- Total Servings: 4
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total Time: 27 minutes
TOOLS:
- Bowls
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
- Cutting board
INGREDIENTS:
- One lb. ground beef
- One tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- ½ tsp. turmeric
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- ½ tsp. oregano
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 4 sesame buns
- 2 cups lettuce
- 1 tomato
- ½ red onion
- ½ cup dill pickles
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- One tbsp. olive oil
- Lemon juice, one tbsp.
- 1 garlic clove
- ½ tsp. turmeric
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
LEAN GROUND BEEF:
- Use lean ground beef to create a juicy and protein-rich patty. As another choice, use ground turkey or chicken.
OLIVE OIL:
- Use olive oil to provide healthy fats and flavor. As a replacement, you can use avocado oil.
TURMERIC:
- Use turmeric because of its bright color and earthy flavor. As another option, use a small amount of ground ginger.
WHOLE-GRAIN SESAME BUNS:
- Use whole-grain buns for additional fiber and a hearty texture. As a different option, use sourdough or low-carb buns.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Use Greek yogurt to make a creamy and tangy sauce. As a replacement, use unsweetened dairy-free yogurt.
TOMATO:
- Use fresh tomato for a juicy and refreshing topping. As another option, use roasted red pepper.
RED ONION:
- Use red onion for a sharp and fresh flavor. As a replacement, use sweet onion.
DILL PICKLES:
- Use dill pickles for a classic tangy burger flavor. As another choice, use low-sodium pickles.
LETTUCE:
- Use lettuce to provide freshness and crunch. As another option, use arugula or mixed greens.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We stir the ground beef with salt, olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, black pepper, smoked turmeric, and paprika.
- Distribute the beef mixture into four equal patties.
- Cook the patties in a warm pan for almost four minutes till completely cooked.
- Stir the Dijon mustard, Greek yogurt, black pepper, olive oil, turmeric, lemon juice, and garlic to make the sauce.
- Gently toast the whole-grain sesame buns.
- Distribute the yogurt sauce on the cut sides of the buns.
- Put the dill pickles, lettuce, red onion, the beef patty, and tomato on all the buns.
- Wrap with the top bun and serve the burger warm.
TIPS:
- Avoid mixing the ground beef too much.
- We utilize lemon juice and fresh garlic for a perfect flavor.
- Utilize low-sodium pickles to decrease the sodium.
- Cool the cooked patties to sit for two minutes and then serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SIDE DISHES:
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Air-Fryer Zucchini Fries
- Roasted Broccoli
- Garlic Green Beans
- Baked Potato Wedges
SALADS:
- Avocado Cucumber Salad
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
- Tomato Cucumber Salad
- Kale Berry Salad
- Spinach Strawberry Salad
VEGETABLES:
- Grilled Asparagus
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Sautéed Spinach
- Grilled Bell Peppers
- Roasted Cauliflower
HEALTHY DIPS:
- Avocado Lime Dip
- Hummus
- Tahini Lemon Sauce
- Garlic Yogurt Dip
- Cilantro Lime Sauce
DRINKS:
- Lemon Ginger Water
- Iced Green Tea
- Berry Infused Water
- Turmeric Lemon Tea
- Sparkling Water with Lime
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the yogurt sauce and cooked patties individually in closed box and refrigerate for nearly 3 days.
FREEZER:
- Store cooked burger patties for approximately 2 to 3 months.
FAQs:
Could we prepare this burger with turkey?
- Yes, you can use ground turkey as a lighter replacement to beef.
May we prepare this burger low-carb?
- Yes, you may use a lettuce wraps or low-carb bun as a different choice for whole-grain buns.
Will we include cheese?
- Yes, you can use cheddar cheese or a little quantity of feta.
Could we prepare the sauce dairy-free?
- Yes, you can use unsweetened non-dairy yogurt as a perfect choice for Greek yogurt.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 570 kcal
Sodium: 850 mg
Net Carbs: 39 g
Fiber: 5 g
Sugar: 8 g
Fats: 27 g
Proteins: 34 g
Total Carbs: 44 g
