The Fresh Fusion Burger: A Lean Beef Burger Packed with Veggies, Dressed in Balsamic Greens

Rob Shanahan, chef and owner of City Streets Waltham, has created a savory yet healthy burger. Arguably, one could say a burger can not be both, but The City Streets team was up for the challenge and took the “The Fresh Fusion Burger” approach – combining healthy with hearty using Laura’s Lean Beef.

 

The Fresh Fusion Burger is born

Chef Rob experimented with a couple of versions of healthy burgers, but this specific burger emerged as the winner. The “The Fresh Fusion Burger” is a mouthwatering combination of Laura’s Lean Beef and veggies that can enjoyed amongst meat and veggie lovers alike. Chef Rob choose Laura’s Lean Beef because it is low-fat, has no added hormones or antibiotics, but is robust with flavor.

Recipe:

Burger Ingredients:

• 6 oz. Laura’s Lean Beef
• 1 oz. Minced mushrooms
• 1 oz. Diced red peppers
• 1 oz. Julienne zucchini
• 1 oz. Chopped broccoli
• 1 tsp. Parmesan cheese

Topping Ingredients:

• 1 tsp. Balsamic dressing
• 1 Avocado
• 1 Tomatoes
• 1 oz. Diced red peppers

 

The Process:

1.) Mix Laura’s Lean Beef, diced vegetables and parmesan cheese until blended evenly.

2.) Form 8 oz. patties.

3.) Grill patties for five minutes on each side or to desired temperature.

4.) Toss green and tomatoes in balsamic Dijon dressing. Place cooked burger on a toasted Kaiser bun.

5.) Top the patty with sliced avocado and finely diced red peppers. The combination of ingredients gives this burger made with Laura’s Lean Beef a burst of color, that looks amazing and taste it too!

6.) Enjoy the “The Fresh Fusion Burger.” Chef Rob recommends a salad on the side instead of fries for a healthier balance.

For more healthy dinner recipes, visit Laura’s Lean Beef.

This is a paid partnership between Laura's Lean Beef and Boston Magazine