Biggest Loser Burger Recipe

Mediterranean Style Burger with Caper Yogurt Sauce and Portobello

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

8 portobello mushrooms, stemmed and cleaned
1 tablespoons olive oil
20 oz extra lean ground turkey
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced fine
½ red onion, medium dice
1 red bell pepper, medium dice
1 large tomato, medium dice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
½ cup 4 oz fat free yogurt
1 teaspoon extra fine capers, drained
4 cornichons, chopped fine
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped rough

METHOD

· Preheat a grill or grill pan on medium high heat.

· Rub the portobellos lightly with the olive oil and season with black pepper.

· Place on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until tender and cooked through.

· Remove the mushrooms from the grill to a plate lined with paper towels to catch any excess moisture.

· In a large mixing bowl combine the turkey, thyme, and garlic and mix well to combine.

· Portion the turkey into four 5 ounce patties about ¾ inch thick.

· Grill the turkey patties for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 165F in the center of the patties.

· Remove burgers from the grill and let rest for 4 minutes.

· Mix the red onion, bell pepper, and tomato in a medium mixing bowl.

· Add the red wine vinegar and mix well, season with black pepper.

· In a separate mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, capers, cornichons, and parsley and mix well.

· To serve, place a Portobello mushroom with the stem side up on a serving plate.

· Place a burger on top of the mushroom and top with the vegetable mixture followed by a spoonful of the yogurt sauce.

· Top with another Portobello, stem side down.

· Repeat with the remaining four burgers, and serve immediately.

Nutrient Analysis – per serving
Calories 280
Total Fat 6g
Sat Fat 1g
Chol 60mg
Sodium 330mg
Total Carb 18g
Fiber 4g
Sugars 9g
Protein 39g