American beef burger

Serves: 4

Time to make: 20 mins

Ingredients

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500g extra-lean beef mince

1 clove garlic, crushed

1 small courgettezucchiniX, grated, excess liquid squeezed out

4 slices (50g) reduced-fat cheddar cheese, sliced

4 wholegrain bread rolls, halved

1 cup soft lettuce leaves

2 tablespoons American mustard

2 medium-sized gherkins

2 tomatoes, sliced

8 cups salad, with a little vinaigrette (see tips)

Instructions

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1 Combine mince, garlic and courgette in a mixing bowl. Season with freshly ground black pepper. Divide mixture into 4 portions and shape into patties.

2 Place a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Spray patties with oil and cook for 5 minutes on each side or until golden and cooked. Turn off heat, top with cheese and leave patties in pan for 5 minutes to rest.

3 Meanwhile, toast rolls then top with lettuce, burger, mustard, gherkins and tomatoes. Serve burgers with salad.

Variations

Add a slice of juicy pineapple and a slice of canned beetroot.
Make it gluten free: Use gluten-free bread rolls and check mustard is gluten free.

HFG tip

Make vinaigrette by mixing 1 part olive oil to two parts balsamic vinegar.

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Nutrition Info (per serve)

Calories 531 cal

Kilojoules 2220 kJ

Protein 44 g

Total fat 20 g

Saturated fat 7 g

Carbohydrates 45 g

Sugar 7 g

Dietary fibre 6 g

Sodium 650 mg

Calcium 250 mg

Iron 6.5 mg

Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.