WW Garlic Butter Smash Burgers

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WW Garlic Butter Smash Burgers with Balsamic Onions are tasty & satisfying. We prepare them in 40 minutes, so they are perfect for quick meal. They contain lean ground beef, whole-wheat burger buns, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, onion, light butter, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, fresh parsley, fat-free Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, pickles, and pickle juice. These burgers are served with air fryer potato wedges, cucumber tomato salad, roasted broccoli, and garlic green beans. We can easily store the cooked beef patties and caramelized onions separately, so they are good to make earlier.

STATS:

  • Serving size: 1 burger
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Serving: 2 burgers
  • Total time: 40 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Preparation time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking time: 25 minutes
  • Course: Main

EQUIPMENT:

  • Nonstick skillet
  • Spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring spoons
  • Kitchen scale

INGREDIENTS:

SMASH BURGERS:

  • 250 g lean ground beef
  • 2 small whole-wheat burger buns
  • Quarter tsp black pepper
  • 2 slices reduced-fat cheddar cheese
  • Quarter tsp salt
  • Cooking spray

BALSAMIC CARAMELIZED ONIONS:

  • One sliced large onion
  • 5 g light butter
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • Quarter tsp brown sugar
  • 1 pinch salt

GARLIC BUTTER BUNS:

  • 5 g softened light butter
  • One tbsp chopped parsley
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • One pinch salt

CREAMY PICKLE SAUCE:

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 30 g fat-free plain Greek yogurt
  • One tsp pickle juice
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp chopped pickles

INGREDIENT NOTES:

LEAN GROUND BEEF:

  • Utilize the lean ground beef to prepare these smash burgers, and it will provide protein and a juicy texture with less fat. It will also provide the savory flavor to maintain the balsamic caramelized onions. We would also utilize extra-lean ground turkey instead if required.

WHOLE-WHEAT BURGER BUNS:

  • Include the whole-wheat burger buns to hold the beef patties, melted cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, and creamy pickle sauce. They will provide a soft texture and help keep the burger portions controlled. We would also utilize low-calorie burger buns with a similar serving size instead if required.

FAT-FREE GREEK YOGURT:

  • Utilize the fat-free Greek yogurt to prepare the creamy pickle sauce, and it will provide a smooth and creamy texture. It will also provide a tangy taste and protein while helping reduce the fat content of the sauce. We would also utilize light mayonnaise instead if required.

REDUCED-FAT CHEDDAR:

  • Add the reduced-fat cheddar to prepare these smash burgers. It will provide a cheesy flavor and creamy texture with less fat than regular cheddar. It will also balance the savory taste of the beef and the tanginess of the pickle sauce. We would also utilize light cheese slices instead if required.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, warm the 5g butter in the skillet, then cook sliced onion, brown sugar, and salt for 20 minutes.
  2. Add balsamic vinegar and cook it for one minute, then mix 5 g butter with minced garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Spread the garlic butter on the cut sides of the buns and toast them in the skillet.
  4. Mix Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, chopped pickles, pickle juice, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  5. Make 4 portions of the ground beef and spray the skillet lightly, then smash the beef balls into thin patties.
  6. Season the patties with salt and pepper, then cook them for 3 minutes and flip.
  7. Put half of the reduced-fat cheddar on the patties and cook for another two minutes.
  8. Spread the yogurt pickle sauce on the toasted buns and include two cheesy patties in each burger.
  9. Lastly, add balsamic onions on top and serve the burgers warm.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

POTATO SIDES:

  • Air Fryer Potato Wedges
  • Roasted Baby Potatoes
  • Sweet Potato Fries

SALADS:

  • Cucumber Tomato Salad
  • Classic Garden Salad
  • Crunchy Cabbage Slaw

VEGETABLE SIDES:

  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Air Fryer Zucchini

TIPS:

  • Press the beef mixture down firmly to form thin patties, which gives you crispier edges.
  • Once you’ve smashed the patties, don’t press them again so that they cook evenly.
  • Make thin slices of the onion so they cook evenly and taste sweeter.
  • Spread the creamy pickle sauce on the buns when needed to serve for not soggy results.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Store the patties and onions separately in closed boxes for four days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the cooked patties and onions in different containers for ninety days.

FAQs:

Should I leave the butter out of this recipe?

  • Yes, you can use cooking spray and minced garlic instead to toast the buns.

Will regular mayonnaise work well in this dish?

  • Yes, regular mayonnaise is fine to include, but the calories and points will go up.

Can I get the onions ready in advance?

  • You can store the prepared onions in a sealed container in the fridge ahead of time.

What would go well with these burgers?

  • You could serve them with garden salad, roasted vegetables, or air-fried potato wedges.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 425 kcal

Net carbs: 34 g

Iron: 3.2 mg

Total carbs: 37 g

Vitamin A: 450 IU

Fiber: 4 g

Calcium: 180 mg

Protein: 35 g

Sodium: 750 mg

Potassium: 500 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 8 Points