Ultimate Cheat Meal Burger Recipe

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Ultimate Cheat Meal Burger Recipe

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A deliciously indulgent burger, perfect for a cheat meal after a week of disciplined eating and training.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Meal Type Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 600 kcal
Difficulty Easy
Ingredient Cost $5
Shopping Cost$30

Equipment

  • Grill pan or outdoor grill
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
 
 

  • ¼ lb ground beef
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 hamburger bun
  • 1 slice cheddar cheese
  • 1 leaf lettuce
  • 1 slice tomato
  • 1 slice onion
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • Pickles optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, and form into a patty.
    1/4 lb ground beef, Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grill the patty for about 4-5 minutes per side, until cooked to desired doneness. Add the cheese slice during the last minute of cooking.
    1 slice cheddar cheese
  • Toast the hamburger bun on the grill for a minute or two.
    1 hamburger bun
  • Assemble the burger: spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun, add the lettuce, tomato, and onion, place the patty with melted cheese on top, and finish with ketchup and pickles if desired. Top with the other half of the bun.
    1 leaf lettuce, 1 slice tomato, 1 slice onion, 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon ketchup, Pickles
  • Serve hot.

Notes

Customize with your favorite burger toppings.
For a healthier option, use lean ground turkey.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 28gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 103mgSodium: 630mgPotassium: 504mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 558IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 212mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Burger, Cheat Meal, Comfort Food, Indulgent Food

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After a week of rigorous training and disciplined eating, indulging in a hearty burger is a well-deserved treat. This classic burger, with its juicy patty and fresh toppings, provides a delicious break from the usual clean meals. It’s a reminder that balance is key, and enjoying a cheat meal can be part of a healthy lifestyle when done right.

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