Description
Juicy homemade beef burgers, caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, and garlicky kale with lemon—a wholesome, flavor-packed plate that’s hearty enough for dinner and clean enough for meal prep. Every element complements the next in this satisfying, balanced meal.
Ingredients
Roasted Sweet Potatoes
4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp paprika (optional)
1 tsp cumin powder (optional)
Beef Burgers
2 tbsp olive oil
2 onions, finely diced
3.5–3.6 lbs ground beef (93% lean recommended)
4 garlic cloves, grated
1 tsp chili flakes/powder or pepper
2 tsp sea salt
4 tbsp chopped parsley
Garlic Kale
2 bunches kale (10–12 leaves), stems removed, roughly chopped
2 large carrots, halved and sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tbsp olive oil, ghee, or butter
1 tsp sea salt
4 tbsp lemon juice (juice of 1 lemon)
Instructions
Roast the Sweet Potatoes
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, paprika, and cumin.
Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway.
Make the Beef Burgers
In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions until soft.
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, garlic, chili, salt, parsley, and cooked onions.
Form into 8 large or 16 smaller patties.
Cook in a skillet or grill over medium-high heat for 4–5 mins per side or until cooked through.
Sauté the Garlic Kale
In a large pan, heat olive oil or ghee over medium heat.
Add garlic and carrots, cook for 2–3 mins.
Add kale and sauté until wilted, about 5–6 mins.
Season with salt and lemon juice.
Serve
Plate burgers with a side of roasted sweet potatoes and garlic kale. Drizzle with extra lemon juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 500/serving
- Fat: 32g/serving
- Carbohydrates: 22g/serving
- Fiber: 5g/serving
- Protein: 30g/serving