A burger wrapped in lettuce is often referred to as a “lettuce wrap” or a “lettuce-wrapped burger.” This style of serving a burger replaces the traditional bun with large lettuce leaves, providing a low-carb or gluten-free alternative.
Cheeseburger Lettuce Wraps FAQs:
For lettuce wraps I recommend, romaine lettuce, Buttercrunch, Boston lettuce, and Bibb lettuce.
Each cheeseburger lettuce wrap is 372 calories and only 3.8 net carbs!
Yes, these cheeseburger lettuce wraps are low-carb and keto.
Yes, lettuce wrap burgers are great healthier options.
A burger wrapped in lettuce is typically called a lettuce wrap burger or low-carb burger. However, here we call them low-carb cheeseburger lettuce wraps!
I would not suggest or recommend freezing lettuce wraps. This is because they would never be or look the same whenever they defrost! The same rule that applies to salad applies to lettuce wraps, in my opinion. On the other hand, you freeze the burger and refrigerate lettuce, onions, tomato, cheese, and sauce. This way, you can still warm up the burger and assemble them when needed.
Why you will Love these Lettuce Wrap Burgers:
There are plenty of reasons to love these delicious lighter low-carb burgers! Aside from the obvious reasons (low-carb), lettuce wraps also have several health benefits.
- They have way fewer calories than the regular bread buns.
- These lettuce wrap cheeseburgers are low-carb (only 3.8 net carb)! In other words, these burgers are excellent for people who may be on a diet like a keto or those who wish to eat lighter.
- Easily customizable; feel free to make them as you wish! Add the ingredients you enjoy and swap those you don’t!
- You can meal prep them way ahead, store separately and put together when you wish to serve.
- Overall, lettuce wraps have several health benefits, such as excellent hydration, bone health, and sleep improvement!
Lettuce Wrapped Burger
FAQ
What is it called when you replace the bun with lettuce?
What is the in and out burger wrapped in lettuce?
Is a burger wrapped in lettuce healthy?
Does McDonald’s have a lettuce wrap burger?
What is a lettuce wrap Burger?
A lettuce wrap burger is a healthy alternative to a traditional burger, where the bun is replaced with large, sturdy lettuce leaves but it doesn’t skimp on all the things we love about a classic loaded burger. It has a refreshing crunch and is a lighter option for those looking to reduce their carbohydrate intake or follow a gluten-free diet.
Can lettuce be cooked?
Yes, lettuce can be consumed cooked, patients with chronic kidney disease should preferably consume this food cooked, as it is a source of potassium, a nutrient that in excess in kidney patients can cause complications.
What kind of lettuce do you use for Burger wraps?
I use iceberg or green leaf lettuce for the wrap, but you can use spring mix, romaine, or butter lettuce if you make this into a burger bowl. Secret Sauce – is made with mayonnaise, ketchup, and pickle relish. I make mine with sugar free ketchup and diced pickle in place of the relish, then add a touch of maple syrup to taste.
How do you make lettuce wrapped burgers?
These Lettuce Wrapped Burgers are super easy to make! Here’s how: First things first: heat up that barbecue. In a medium sized bowl combine the ground beef, onion powder, garlic powder, sea salt, ground black pepper, low carb barbecue sauce, egg and almond flour. Knead the mixture well, then divide into four equal portions.