Mini Egg Burgers
Juicy patties in creamy egg “buns". At 150 calories with 12 g of protein and only 2 g of carbs, they’re the ultimate high-protein, low-carb bite - perfect for breakfast or a quick snack 💪.
Servings: 3 burgers
Ingredients
- 3 eggs hard boiled
- 105 grams lean ground lamb or any ground meat of choice
- salt to taste
- baby spinach or lettuce
- 3 teaspoons honey Dijon mustard or spicy mayo
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil, gently add the eggs, and cook for 8 minutes. Transfer immediately to an ice bath (water + ice) to cool, then peel and set aside.
- Divide the ground meat into 3 equal portions (about 35 g each). Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten into patties.
- Place the patties in the air fryer and cook on the highest heat setting for 7–8 minutes (mine goes up to 415°F).
- Remove the patties, season with salt, and add pepper if you like.
- Slice the hard-boiled eggs in half. On one half, layer a few spinach leaves, a patty, and a spoonful of honey Dijon mustard.
- Top with the other egg half and, if desired, finish with sesame seeds or everything-but-the-bagel seasoning.
- Tip: For a flat base, trim a little off the bottom of the egg half before assembling.
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Notes
- Prep ahead: Boil eggs and form patties the night before for quick assembly.
- Meat options: Lamb, chicken 🐓, beef, or turkey all work well.
- Sauce swaps: Try spicy mayo, ketchup, tzatziki, guacamole 🥑, or classic mayo (calories will vary).
- Flavor boost: Mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne 🌶️, or fresh herbs into the patties.
- Lighter option: Use just egg whites for extra macro-friendly “buns.”
- Add-ons: Slip in avocado 🥑 or tomato for creaminess and freshness.
- Greens: Swap spinach for arugula (peppery bite) or lettuce (better crunch).
- Veggie twist: Use plant-based ground or a grilled portobello mushroom slice instead of meat.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 egg | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 192mg | Sodium: 117mg | Potassium: 61mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
