Description
These Irresistible Keto Feta Burgers with Creamy Tomato Bliss are a flavorful low-carb meal perfect for keto enthusiasts. Juicy ground beef patties mixed with tangy feta cheese, fresh herbs, and garlic are pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce infused with Italian seasoning and green onions. This recipe yields 14 mini burgers, providing a delicious and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner within 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Burger Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef (80/20) or ground turkey (93/7)
- 4 oz Feta Cheese, crumbled
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tbsp Fresh Basil or 2 tsp dried basil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup Beef Stock or chicken/vegetable broth
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream (full-fat)
- 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
- 1 bunch Green Onions, chopped (for garnish and flavor)
- 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground beef, egg, crumbled feta cheese, fresh basil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Be careful not to overmix to keep the patties tender.
- Form the patties: Shape the mixture into 14 mini patties, each approximately 2 to 3 inches in diameter for even cooking and perfect bite-sized portions.
- Cook the patties: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they develop a nice golden-brown crust and are cooked through.
- Deglaze the pan: After removing excess grease from the skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour in the beef stock to deglaze the pan, scraping up all the flavorful browned bits stuck to the bottom.
- Prepare the sauce: Whisk in the heavy whipping cream, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and chopped green onions into the deglazed pan mixture. Let it simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and flavors to meld.
- Combine and serve: Return the cooked patties to the skillet with the creamy tomato sauce, letting them simmer together for 1 to 2 minutes to absorb the flavors. Serve immediately topped with extra sauce for a luscious finish.
Notes
- For a lighter option, ground turkey can be used instead of beef.
- Adjust salt and pepper to your taste before forming patties.
- Do not overmix the burger mixture to keep patties tender and juicy.
- The patties can be made larger or smaller depending on preference; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- If fresh basil is unavailable, dried basil works well as a substitute.
- Serve with a side of low-carb vegetables or a salad for a complete keto meal.
