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Keto Big Mac Smash Burgers Recipe

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Juicy keto Big Mac Smash Burgers with crispy edges, melted cheese, tangy sauce, and zero bun. Fast to make, great for keto diet meals, healthy low carb dinners, or easy keto meal prep. Perfect for anyone on a low-carb or bariatric plan.

Ingredients

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For the burgers:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 works best)

  • Salt and black pepper

  • 1 tbsp butter or avocado oil

  • 4 slices cheddar cheese

For toppings:

  • Shredded iceberg lettuce

  • Diced white onion

  • Dill pickle slices

For the sauce:

  • 1/2 cup sugar-free mayo

  • 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup

  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard

  • 1 tbsp finely chopped pickles

  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

  • 1/2 tsp paprika

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Make the sauce
    Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside or chill.

  • Shape the beef
    Roll beef into 2 oz loose balls. Don’t pack them tight.

  • Preheat the pan
    Heat a heavy skillet on high. Add butter or oil once hot.

  • Smash the burgers
    Place beef balls in the skillet. Smash flat with a spatula until thin. Season with salt and pepper.

  • Cook and flip
    Cook for about 2 minutes until edges are crispy. Flip, add cheese, and cook 1 more minute.

  • Assemble
    Stack two patties with sauce, lettuce, onions, and pickles in between. Wrap in lettuce or eat with a fork.

Notes

Make extra sauce and store in the fridge for 5–7 days. This meal is great for keto meal prep. You can also freeze cooked patties and reheat as needed.

Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-big-mac-smash-burgers/