Chicken Burgers with Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce
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Here's a diabetic-friendly recipe that substitutes the corn with a lower-carb vegetable like chopped spinach. Spinach adds flavor, nutrients, and keeps the dish low-carb.
Chicken Burgers with Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce
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Here's a diabetic-friendly recipe that substitutes the corn with a lower-carb vegetable like chopped spinach. Spinach adds flavor, nutrients, and keeps the dish low-carb.
This recipe swaps corn for spinach to reduce carbs while maintaining flavor and nutritional value.
The Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce adds a refreshing zest, perfectly complementing the burgers.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 lb. ground chicken
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 medium zucchini, coarsely chopped
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped (to replace corn)
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 3-4 tablespoons olive oil, for searing
Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce
This tangy and creamy sauce, infused with fresh lemon and garlic, adds a refreshing and zesty flavor that perfectly complements the savory chicken burgers.
Chicken Burgers with Spinach
These healthy, low-carb chicken burgers are packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices, making them a flavorful and nutritious option for a satisfying meal.
Directions
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, panko bread crumbs, zucchini, egg, minced garlic, spinach, green onions, red bell pepper, cumin, salt, coriander, black pepper, and cilantro. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Form the mixture into 6-8 patties, about 1/2 inch thick. Place the patties on a parchment-lined tray and chill for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
Cooking the Burgers
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Once hot, add the chicken patties (work in batches if needed). Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Transfer cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Prepare Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt. Mix well.
In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt. Mix well.
Recipe Note
Serving Suggestions
Serve the burgers over a bed of mixed greens or in a lettuce wrap for a low-carb option.
Drizzle with the Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce.
Pair with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh cucumber-tomato salad.
Here’s a rough breakdown of carbs per ingredient
Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce (entire batch):
Greek yogurt (1 cup): ~7g carbs
Lemon zest and juice: ~2g carbs
Garlic (2 cloves): ~1g carbs
Olive oil: 0g carbs
Salt: 0g carbs
Total for sauce: ~10g carbs
If divided into 6 servings: ~1.7g carbs per serving
Chicken Burgers with Spinach (entire batch, 6-8 patties):
Ground chicken (1 lb.): 0g carbs
Panko bread crumbs (1/2 cup): ~22g carbs
Zucchini (1 medium): ~4g carbs
Egg (1 large): ~0.5g carbs
Garlic (3 cloves): ~1.5g carbs
Spinach (1/2 cup): ~0.5g carbs
Green onions (3): ~2g carbs
Red bell pepper (1/2): ~3g carbs
Cumin, coriander, and black pepper: 0g carbs
Cilantro (2 tbsp): ~0.1g carbs
Olive oil (for cooking): 0g carbs
Total for burgers: ~33.6g carbs
If divided into 6 patties: ~5.6g carbs per patty
If divided into 8 patties: ~4.2g carbs per patty
Total Carbs Per Serving:
If 1 patty + sauce: ~6-7g carbs
If 2 patties + sauce: ~11-13g carbs