Quick and Easy Recipes for Strength and Fat Loss - Burgers

It's summer time, and in the USA, that means it's time for grilling.  Hot dogs, burgers, brats, steak, chicken, pork chops, stray cats, and even the occasional squirrell are all good eatin' when cooked over an open flame.

"I am not amused."

OK, I might be guessing a little with those last two, but nothing spells summer like enjoying some seared meat fresh off the grill with family and friends, preferably poolside with an ice-cold adult beverage in hand.

If you're tired of the ordinary hamburger, here are two simple recipes to make them a little more interesting.  I've also included some tips on how to make them more calorie-friendly for those whose main goal is fat loss.



Cheesy Spinach Burgers


1 lb. 90-95% lean ground beef


4 ounces shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese


4 ounces spinach, chopped


½ package Lipton Onion Soup Mix


1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and knead until mixed


2. Form into 4 patties

3. Lightly season patties with salt and pepper to taste.


4. Grill on medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side.

Nutrition info: Each burger has 330 calories, 20 g fat, 31 g protein, 5 g carb
 
 
Fat loss diet modifications:

• substitute 8 oz. 99% lean ground turkey for half of the beef
• substitute 4 oz. fat free cheddar cheese for the extra sharp cheddar

Now each burger has 225 calories, 6 g fat, 36 g protein, 5 g carb




Stuffed Mushroom and Cheese Burgers




1 lb. 90% lean ground beef


4 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese


2 TBSP bacon bits (or one strip of bacon, chopped)


1 can sliced mushrooms (or sauteed if you choose, but that is less "quick and easy")



1. Combine the beef and bacon bits in a large bowl and knead until mixed


2. Form into 8 thin patties

3. Lightly season patties with salt and pepper to taste.


4. Fill the center of 4 patties with cheese and mushrooms


5. Top each patty with another patty and pinch the edges together


6. Grill on medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side.Nutrition info:  Each burger has 365 calories, 22 g fat, 34 g protein, 8 g carb





Fat loss diet modifications:Try one of these delicious burger recipes at your next family cookout.  You won't be disappointed!


substitute 8 oz. 99% lean ground turkey for half of the beef

substitute 4 oz. fat free monterey jack cheese

Now each burger has 265 calories, 7 g fat, 40 g protein, 9 g carb

Hungry yet?