Air Fryer Lettuce Wrap Cheese Burger Recipe
User Reviews
5
Air Fryer Lettuce Wrap Cheese Burger Recipe
Description
The recipe starts with mixing ground beef with Worcestershire sauce and burger rub seasoning, then forming four equal patties. These are cooked in an air fryer or broiler at around 400-450°F for about 15 minutes total, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking. The internal temperature guides doneness, with cheese added in the final minutes to melt over the patties. Finishing the burger with crisp iceberg lettuce leaves instead of traditional buns creates a low-carb wrap-style presentation.
The texture combines a juicy, well-seasoned beef patty with melted cheese, complemented by the fresh crunch of lettuce. Cooking at high heat in the air fryer or broiler helps develop a seared exterior while preserving juiciness inside.
This preparation is well suited for those looking for a handheld burger experience without bread, good for light or low-carb meals. Serving soon after resting enhances the texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp burger rub
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 4 lices American cheese cheddar, or jack cheese
- 4 leaves iceberg lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to the highest broil setting. (400-450 if using an Instant Pot or Ninja Foodi, 400 for other air fryers)
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, and burger rub.
- Using a kitchen scale (or by sight), divide ground beef into four equal balls.
- Flatten the balls and press firmly to form patty shapes.
- Place patties in broiler/air fryer basket (only place as many as you can fit without having them touch too much.)
- Set timer for 10 minutes, and broil on high (for IP it is 400 degrees, 450 for Ninja Foodi).
- Flip burger using long handled tongs - be careful as air fryer will be HOT.
- Set timer for 5 minutes and broil more.
- Check burgers internal temp - if 145+, and you're aiming for medium well done, add cheese. If under 140, broil additional 5 minutes.
- When five minutes is up, open lid and add cheese slices. Close lid and let continue cooking for 5 minutes in air fryer heat.
- When done cooking, remove and let sit for five minutes before serving.
- Wrap in lettuce - either as a double-decker burger, or single patty burgers.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4patties
Amount Per Serving
Calories 466 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 466kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13g | 76% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 137mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 428mg | 18% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
You'll Also Love
