Lean Mean Cheeseburger

Lean Mean Cheeseburger

Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff 4 Servings • 10 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook Time
Ingredients
1 lb. ground beef (95% lean)
2 Tbsp. quick-cooking oats
1/2 tsp. steak seasoning blend
4 seeded or whole wheat hamburger buns, split
4 slices lowfat cheese, such as Cheddar or American
lettuce leaves (optional)
tomato slices (optional)

Directions:

1. Place oats in foodsafe plastic bag. Seal bag securely, squeezing out excess air. Roll over bag with rolling pin to crush oats to a fine consistency.

2. Combine ground beef, oats, and steak seasoning blend in large bowl. Lightly shape into 4 1/2 in. patties.

3. Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 11-13 min. (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 7-8 min.), turning occasionally, until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers (160°F).

4. Line bottom of each bun with lettuce and tomato, if desired; top with burger and cheese slice. Close sandwiches.

* Tip: This recipe is an excellent source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, iron, selenium and zinc; and a good source of fiber.

* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff.

Nutrition:

Calories: 318; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 71mg; Total Carbs: 24g; Fiber: 4g; Protein: 33g; Sodium: 519mg;