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Keto Smash Burgers
5 from 123 votes

Keto Smash Burgers

Keto Smash Burgers are composed of thinly pressed beef patties seasoned simply with garlic salt and pepper, cooked to develop a flavorful seared crust. Layered with cheddar and served on keto-friendly buns with typical burger toppings like lettuce, tomato, and pickles, these burgers offer a satisfying low-carb alternative.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 316 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 ⅕ pounds ground beef I use grass-fed 85%
  • 4 lices cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup lettuce shredded
  • 1 vine ripe tomato sliced
  • 12 lices dill pickles
  • 4 Homemade Keto Buns or store bought
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground

Instructions

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  1. Add the ground beef to a mixing bowl, then sprinkle in the garlic salt and pepper.
  2. Mix just until combined, do not over mix or the meat can become tough.
  3. Divide the meat into 8 equal size pieces and roll into balls.
  4. Heat a griddle or blackstone to at least medium high (so you can get a good sear) and take each ball of beef, flatten it sightly with your hands, then place it on the griddle. Take a small piece of parchment paper and place it over the top of each burger.
  5. Using a smash burger press or spatula and meat mallet and press down to completely flatten the burger as it is frying.
  6. Remove the parchment and cook for 1-2 minutes or until there is still some pink left, then flip each one over to cook for another minute or so. Add a slice of cheese on top of one, and place the second patty on top and remove from the heat and cover. Covering helps the cheese melt and keeps them warm while you cook the remaining burgers.
  7. Take your Keto bun and add the lettuce on the bottom, followed by the sliced tomato, add the burgers with cheese, and top with sliced pickles and either ketchup, mustard and/or mayonnaise and serve.

Notes

  • Nutrition facts are calculated without the bun; adjust accordingly if your bun differs.

Nutrition Information

Calories 316kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 37g (74%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 316

% Daily Value*

Calories 316kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 37g 74%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.