WW Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers

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The WW Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers are tasty and delicious. They are prepared in just 40 minutes, so they are good to make for quick lunches or dinners. These burgers contain ground beef, seasoning, tater tots, cheddar cheese, pickle slices, cherry tomatoes, lettuce leaves, mayonnaise, and sugar-free ketchup. There are 12 grams of protein and 320 calories in each serving. WW Mini Tater Tot Cheeseburgers are good to serve with roasted broccoli, garlic green beans, light coleslaw, light burger sauce, unsweetened iced tea, or crispy potato cubes. We would store these mini cheeseburgers so they would be easy to prepare in advance.

STATS:

  • Total time: 40 minutes
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Serving size: 4 mini cheeseburgers
  • Cooking time: 25 minutes
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 6
  • Course: Main
  • Preparation time: 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: American

INGREDIENTS:

  • One lb lean ground beef
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 24 cooked tater tots
  • 6 slices reduced-fat cheddar cheese
  • 12 small pickle slices
  • 6 sliced cherry tomatoes
  • Half tsp onion powder
  • 6 small lettuce leaves
  • 2 tbsp light mayonnaise
  • Half tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
  • 24 toothpicks

INGREDIENT NOTES:

LEAN GROUND BEEF:

  • Use the lean ground beef to make these mini cheeseburgers, and it will give them a juicy and savory texture. It will also supply protein and a classic burger flavor. If needed, we would also use extra-lean ground turkey or chicken instead.

TATER TOTS:

  • Add the tater tots to make these mini cheeseburgers, and they will give them a crispy and golden texture. They will also take the place of traditional burger buns and make the cheeseburgers fun to serve. If needed, we would also use homemade baked potato rounds or small roasted potato slices instead.

REDUCED-FAT CHEDDAR CHEESE:

  • Add the reduced-fat cheddar cheese to make these mini cheeseburgers. It will give them a creamy texture and a rich cheesy flavor. It will also melt slightly over the warm beef and balance out the savory flavors. If needed, we would also use reduced-fat American cheese or part-skim mozzarella instead.

PICKLE SLICES:

  • Use the pickle slices to make these mini cheeseburgers, and they will give them a tangy and slightly salty flavor. They will also balance the richness of the beef and cheese. If needed, we would also use thin slices of fresh cucumber or sweet pickles instead.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, bake the tater tots as per package guidelines and set them aside.
  2. Mix lean ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a bowl.
  3. Make 12 portions of the beef and shape them into mini patties.
  4. Warm the skillet on medium flame and cook the patties for 5 minutes on each side.
  5. Put small squares of reduced-fat cheddar cheese on the hot patties and let them melt.
  6. Now, slice the cherry tomatoes, drain the pickle slices, and prepare the lettuce.
  7. Add 12 crispy tater tots on the tray, then add lettuce, a beef patty with cheese, a pickle slice, and a tomato slice to each base.
  8. Spread some mayonnaise & ketchup on the toppings and remaining tater tots.
  9. Put the remaining 12 tater tots on top of the burger sandwiches, then secure with a toothpick, and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

  • Garden Vegetable Salad
  • Light Coleslaw
  • Spinach and Cucumber Salad

VEGETABLE SALAD:

  • Air-Fried Zucchini Fries
  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Roasted Carrots

POTATO SIDES:

  • Air-Fried Potato Wedges
  • Seasoned Sweet Potato Fries
  • Crispy Potato Cubes

DIPS & SAUCE:

  • Light Burger Sauce
  • Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
  • Honey Mustard Yogurt Dip

DRINKS:

  • Lemon Mint Water
  • Unsweetened Iced Tea
  • Sugar-Free Lemonade

TIPS:

  • Add the lean beef so the patties end up with less fat while still remaining tender.
  • Cook the tater tots until they are golden, and assemble the burgers just before serving.
  • Shape the beef into small patties so they cook evenly and pair perfectly with the tater tots.
  • Cut the reduced-fat cheese into small squares so the flavor spreads evenly throughout the mini burgers.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the cooked beef patties and tater tots separately in closed boxes for four days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the cooked beef patties in a container for ninety days.

FAQs:

Can the ingredients be prepared in advance?

  • Yes, you can cook the patties and tater tots ahead of time, then store them in separate airtight containers.

Would ground turkey be a good fit for this recipe?

  • Yes, ground turkey works well in place of beef and actually delivers better results.

Should I skip the mayonnaise on these cheeseburgers?

  • Yes, you can leave out the mayonnaise or swap it for plain non-fat Greek yogurt.

Why do these burgers fall apart?

  • The burgers fall apart when you use large patties or tater tots that are uneven.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 190 kcal

Net carbs: 11 g

Iron: 1.8 mg

Total carbs: 12 g

Vitamin A: 250 IU

Fiber: 2 g

Calcium: 100 mg

Protein: 12 g

Sodium: 400 mg

Potassium: 280 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 4 Points