Burger night does not have to be given up when you are trying to live a healthy lifestyle, but it also doesn't have to be super greasy & fatty either! It also can be a quick & easy treat meal if you use my favorite kitchen appliance--the crockpot. Here is how I do my double decker burger nights at home--
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 pound (1 pack with 4 burgers) of lean turkey burger patties
-cheese of your choice (I usually go with cheddar, manchego, or gouda)
-burger buns (whole wheat is the best option but picture is with white)
-toppings of your choice, I usually go with all or some of the following:
RECIPE:
SIDES:
I always switch up my sides but I usually like to get a side salad in with either:
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 pound (1 pack with 4 burgers) of lean turkey burger patties
-cheese of your choice (I usually go with cheddar, manchego, or gouda)
-burger buns (whole wheat is the best option but picture is with white)
-toppings of your choice, I usually go with all or some of the following:
- sliced tomatoes
- sliced avocado
- pickles
- ketchup
- mustard
RECIPE:
- Season turkey patties as you would like and place in crockpot (do not overlap)
- Cook on low for 3.5-4 hours or high for 6.5-7 hours (NO OIL USED= less fat & grease!)
- Toast buns and place 2 patties, toppings, and cheese and DONE! Double decker cheeseburger done the cleaner & healthier way!
SIDES:
I always switch up my sides but I usually like to get a side salad in with either:
- baked sweet potato fries (homemade) or store bought (see picture below)
- baked or fried plantains
- balsamic tomato & mozzarella salad