Easy • High Protein • Ready in Minutes
Ingredients
- 500g lean ground beef (or chicken/turkey)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp breadcrumbs or oat flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional Toppings 😍
- Cheese slices
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Pickles
- Onion
- Sugar-free burger sauce
For Serving
- Burger buns or lettuce wraps
- Air-fried fries or salad
Instructions
1. Make the Patties
- In a bowl, mix beef, egg, breadcrumbs, and seasonings.
- Form into 4 burger patties.
2. Air Fry
- Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
- Place patties in basket without overcrowding.
- Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
3. Add Cheese
- Add cheese during the last 1 minute if using.
4. Assemble
- Place patties in buns or lettuce wraps.
- Add your favorite toppings and sauce.
High-Protein Version 💪
- Use lean beef or chicken
- Add cottage cheese to the meat mix
- Use high-protein buns
- Serve with Greek yogurt sauce
Approx Macros (per burger)
- Protein: 25–35g
- Carbs: 5–20g (depends on bun)
- Calories: ~300–450
Tips
- Don’t press patties while cooking — keeps them juicy.
- Slightly indent the center before air frying so burgers stay flat.
- Turkey burgers may need 1–2 extra minutes.