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Low Carb Big Mac Smash Burgers

All the flavor of your favorite fast food burger in a low-carb, keto-friendly format. Quick, juicy, and meal-prep approved!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Keto
Servings 4
Calories 365 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • - 1 lb ground beef 80/20
  • - 4 slices cheddar or American cheese
  • - 1 cup shredded romaine or iceberg
  • - 8 dill pickle slices
  • - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • - Salt and pepper to taste
  • - 4 low-carb tortillas or large lettuce leaves

For Sauce

  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • 1 tbsp chopped dill pickles
  • 1 tsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • Dash of paprika

Instructions
 

  • Preheat skillet on medium-high.
  • Mix beef with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Divide into 4 balls, smash flat on tortillas or use lettuce.
  • Cook meat side down 3–4 mins; flip, add cheese.
  • Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
  • Top burgers with sauce, lettuce, and pickles.

Notes

  • Use parchment between patties for freezer storage.
  • Sauce doubles as salad dressing or dip.
  • Don’t overcook crust is key!
  • Add chopped onions or jalapeños for a twist.
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