Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

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These egg rolls are a tasty adaptation of a Weight Watchers cheeseburger. They are crispy outside and full of savory beef stuffed with cheese on the inside. They are prepared using light ingredients, thus offering a comfort food feeling, minus the additional calories. These Cheeseburger Egg Rolls can be shared at parties or can be used as appetizers, or taken as a fulfilling dinner. They can also be pre-made to simplify meal preparation. The taste of Weight Watchers Cheeseburger Egg Rolls is so good that even people who are not on a diet will love them because it is a lighter food.

STATS INFO:

  • Calories: 165 per roll
  • Preparation time: 20 minutes
  • Cook time: needs 15 minutes
  • Total time: 35 to 36 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Course: Appetizer, Main
  • Diet: WW Friendly
  • Serving size: 1 egg roll
  • Serving: Makes 8 egg rolls

EQUIPMENT:

  • Skillet
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • Large bowl
  • Baking sheet or air fryer
  • Parchment paper
  • Small bowl of water (for sealing wrappers)
  • Pastry brush (if baking)

INGREDIENTS:

  • One-half pound of 95% lean ground beef
  • Half a cup of chopped onion
  • Half a spoonful of powdered garlic
  • Half a teaspoon of salt
  • One-sixth teaspoon of pepper
  • Half a cup of chopped dill pickles
  • A third of a cup of reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Eight egg roll wrappers
  • One tablespoon of ketchup
  • One spoonful of yellow mustard
  • Spray with olive oil (for air-frying/baking)

INGREDIENT NOTES:

Lean Ground Beef:

  • It is also WW-friendly and low in fat since it uses 95% lean, which does not compromise its flavor.

Egg Roll Wrappers:

  • They are usually located in the freezer section. Select those that have about 60 calories per point control.

Cheddar Cheese:

  • Less-fat cheddar provides a creamy, consistent & cheeseburger flavour with reduced calories.

Pickles:

  • They provide crunch and tang, and you should not omit them!

Ketchup & Mustard:

  • Brings in that old-time cheeseburger flavor in an easy sauce.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Set your air fryer to 380°F or your oven to 400°F.
  2. Onions should be translucent after 2 to 3 minutes of cooking in a skillet over a moderate flame.
  3. Add a pinch of pepper, crushed garlic, and ground meat.
  4. As the meat cooks, while it is brownish and cooked through, split it up with an offset spatula.
  5. Clear the pan of any extra oil.
  6. Give five minutes to the mixture to cool.
  7. Add shredded cheese, mustard on top, ketchup & sliced pickles and stir.
  8. Combine all of the cheeseburger flavors by thoroughly mixing.
  9. Place one egg roll wrapper in the shape of a diamond on a spotless surface.
  10. Near the middle, add a couple of teaspoons of filling.
  11. The bottom corner should be folded over the topping, then the sides.
  12. Tightly roll, then use water to seal the upper corner.
  13. Continue with the rest of the wrappers.
  14. To bake, place the egg scrolls on a baking tray covered with aluminum foil.
  15. Apply a thin layer of olive oil spray to the tops.
  16. Bake until golden and crispy, turning halfway through, twelve to fifteen minutes.
  17. Egg rolls should be sprayed with a spray of olive oil before air-frying.
  18. For eight to ten minutes per side, air-fried at 380°F, rotating halfway through.
  19. Serve hot with sugar-free ketchup, low-fat ranch, or mustard.

TIPS:

  • Put the egg rolls together and fridge (uncooked) for at least 24 hours before cooking.
  • Before cooking, place the unbaked egg rolls in a zip-top bag and freeze them in a single layer. Direct oven cooking from the freezer, allowing a few minutes for cooking.
  • You can use vegan, Swiss, or mozzarella cheese shreds, depending on your preferences.
  • Use 99 percent nonfat ground turkey in place of ground beef to create even thinner egg rolls.
  • Don’t be afraid to add some chopped spinach, mushrooms, or shredded carrots.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Fried egg rolls can be stored in a bag with a seal for up to three days. For the greatest texture, warm in an oven or air fryer.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the egg rolls on a tray till solid, then transfer the unbaked ones to a freezer bag. As needed, cook from frozen.

FAQs:

Is it possible to utilize plant-based meat?

  • Yes! Keep it meat-free by using your preferred ground meat alternative that is vegan or vegetarian.

Are they appropriate for children?

  • Absolutely! They are a neat method of presenting cheeseburgers in a finger-food form that children find so appealing.

What are the WW points in a roll?

  • It will vary depending upon your own plan and upon what brand of wrappers/cheese you use. Average 3/4 points per roll on the majority of plans.

May I deep-fry them?

  • You can, but baking/air frying makes the recipe light and more Weight Watchers-friendly.

What goes well as a dipping sauce?

  • Light ranch, low-fat thousand Island dressing/spicy mustard will add flavor without the extra points.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 165
Carbs: 18 g
Total Carbs: 19 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 12 g
Fat: 5 g
Calcium: 80 mg
Iron: 1.5 mg
Vitamin A: 90 IU
Sodium: 320 mg
Potassium: 190 mg
Serving Size: 1 egg roll
Serving: Makes 8 egg rolls