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Pizza Burger

average rating is 3 out of 5, based on 150 votes

  • Pair with a side salad: Mixed greens with olive oil & lemon dressing.


  • Add roasted vegetables: Grilled zucchini, bell peppers, or eggplant.


  • For extra protein, serve with a small portion of Greek yogurt-based tzatziki.


  • Lifestyle Phase Option: Use a whole-grain bun instead of Portobello mushrooms.

Serves

2

Prep Time

N/A

Total Time

N/A

Calories

320

Protein

36

Fat

14

Carbs

10

Tags: 

Low Carb High Protein Diabetes Friendly SOZA Phase 2 Gluten Free Healthy Eating Weight Loss Mediterranean Diet

Ingredients

For the Burger Patties:

  • 8 oz (226g) lean ground turkey or chicken (organic if possible)

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil (for cooking)


For the Pizza Toppings:

  • ½ cup sugar-free tomato sauce

  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

  • ½ cup fresh spinach or arugula

  • 2 slices fresh mozzarella (optional, use sparingly)

  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced

  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

  • 4 large Portobello mushroom caps (or low-carb whole-grain buns if in the Lifestyle Phase)

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Patties

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey (or chicken) with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  2. Form the mixture into two equal-sized burger patties.

Step 2: Cook the Burgers

  1. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

  2. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).

Step 3: Prepare the Tomato Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the sugar-free tomato sauce.

  2. Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 3-5 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Step 4: Grill the Portobello Caps (or Toast Buns)

  1. If using Portobello mushrooms, brush them lightly with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side until tender.

  2. If using low-carb buns, lightly toast them in a dry skillet.

Step 5: Assemble the Pizza Burgers

  1. Place each burger patty on a grilled Portobello cap (or bun).

  2. Spoon the warm tomato sauce over the patties.

  3. Add fresh spinach or arugula and sliced red onions.

  4. Top with a thin slice of fresh mozzarella (optional) and cherry tomato halves.

  5. Finish with an extra drizzle of balsamic vinegar for a burst of Mediterranean flavor.

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