27 Healthy Hamburger Recipes

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27 Healthy Hamburger Recipes1/27 Arrabbiata Sauce with Zucchini Noodles 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This popular Italian dish is flavorful and spicy. We decided to re-create one of our favorite jarred sauces and serve over zucchini pasta for a lighter, healthier meal that’s naturally gluten-free. The results were amazing! —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 cup sauce with 1 cup zucchini noodles: 287 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 708mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean

meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch

meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 2/27 Spinach Tomato Burgers 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Spinach Tomato Burgers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Every Friday night is burger night at our house. The tomatoes add fresh flavor and the cool spinach dip brings it all together. We often skip the buns and serve these over a bed of grilled cabbage. —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 burger: 389 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 125mg cholesterol, 737mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat

protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat. 3/27 Spanish Rice with Ground Beef 26 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mom’s Spanish Rice Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mom is famous for her Spanish rice recipe, the ultimate comfort food. When I want a taste of home, I whip up this dish. Punch up the flavor with a little lime and extra chili powder. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 408 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol,

727mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 28g protein

727mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 vegetable. 4/27 Lettuce-Wrap Burgers 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These fresh flavors blend like a dream. It’s a snap to throw the wraps together for a quick, healthy lunch. The burgers can also be served on buns if you like. —Rachelle McCalla, Atlantic, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 2 wraps: 252 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 518mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g

sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein

sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat. 5/27 Hamburger Stew 104 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Favorite Hamburger Stew Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 16 servings (4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I got this hamburger stew recipe from a woman at our church, Lois Henry, when I needed a way to use up our bounty of home-canned tomatoes. My husband loves it, and I like that it’s easy to warm up for a carefree dinner in the winter months. —Marcia Clay, Truman, Minnesota Nutrition

Facts: 1 cup: 191 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 689mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein. 6/27 Beef and Black Bean Spaghetti Squash 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve been working on developing healthier recipes that still taste fabulous—and keep me satisfied. This squash tossed with beef, beans and kale has so much flavor it’s easy to forget it’s good for you! —Charlotte Cravins, Opelousas, Louisiana Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 312 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 283mg

sodium, 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 8g fiber), 25g protein

sodium, 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 8g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat. 7/27 Barley Beef Burgers 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Barley adds another dimension to an old-fashioned hamburger. My husband and I really enjoy these juicy patties with onion and barbecue sauce mixed right in. —Rosella Peters, Gull Lake, Saskatchewan Nutrition Facts: 1 burger: 395 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 625mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3

lean meat, 2-1/2 starch, 2 fat

lean meat, 2-1/2 starch, 2 fat. 8/27 Orange Beef Lettuce Wraps 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a lighter version of a restaurant favorite. I also recommend trying these wraps with ground chicken or turkey.—Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 250 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 462mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat. 9/27 Sassy Salsa Meat Loaves Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 2

You can make these loaves ahead, and they’ll last for a few days

loaves (6 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a twist on classic meat loaf. You can make these loaves ahead, and they’ll last for a few days. Make meat loaf sandwiches with the leftovers, buns and a little Monterey Jack cheese. —Tasha Tully, Owings Mills, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 237 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 634mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 10/27 Feta Mushroom Burgers 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6

The burgers are so quick to whip up on the grill on busy nights

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I got this recipe from my son-in-law and I tweaked it to make it healthier. The burgers are so quick to whip up on the grill on busy nights. —Dolores Block, Frankenmuth, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 burger: 371 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 590mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 11/27 Tasty Tacos 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tasty Tacos Recipe photo by Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4

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servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A taco seasoning made from scratch with pantry staples deliciously jazzes up ground beef, turning Tuesday night into an all-out fiesta. Add your favorite toppings, and dinner is served! —Rebecca Levesque, St. George, New Brunswick Nutrition Facts: 2 tacos (calculated without optional toppings): 306 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 468mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat. 12/27 Meatball Cabbage Rolls 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 8 hours 25 min Servings 4 servings

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Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mother often had these cabbage rolls simmering in her slow cooker when my family and I arrived at her house for weekend visits. The mouthwatering meatballs tucked inside made these stand out from any other cabbage rolls I’ve tried. —Betty Buckmaster, Muskogee, Oklahoma Nutrition Facts: 3 rolls: 323 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 762mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 7g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable. 13/27 Presto Pizza Patties 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Craving both beef and pizza?

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Craving both beef and pizza? These patties feature both in an open-faced sandwich. And they’re lighter than you’d think! —Barbara Schindler, Napoleon, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 299 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 527mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch. 14/27 Korean Beef and Rice 108 Reviews Korean Beef and Rice Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend raved about Korean bulgogi, which is beef cooked

in soy sauce and ginger, so I tried it

in soy sauce and ginger, so I tried it. It’s delicious! You’ll dazzle the table with this tasty version of Korean beef and rice. —Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup beef mixture with 2/3 cup rice: 413 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 647mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 15/27 Healthy Meat Loaf 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Healthy Meat Loaf Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

This is down-home comfort food at its healthy best!

Welcome your family in from the cold with this moist and delicious meat loaf with wonderful southwestern taco flavor. This is down-home comfort food at its healthy best! —Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 296 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 672mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 16/27 Mexican Cabbage Roll Soup 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love

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