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Workout Fueling Feta Bison Burgers

Published February 7, 2017
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Greek-Bison-Burgers
Published February 7, 2017
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Enjoy these juicy, Greek-inspired burgers from Olympian Shalane Flanagan and chef Elyse Kopecky’s “Run Fast Eat Slow” cookbook. Bison is a rich source of protein and iron — great for replenishing tough endurance-based workouts. If you can’t find bison, ground beef, lamb or turkey can be used as an alternative.

Greek Bison Burgers

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup (75 grams) crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup (25 grams) almond flour (or almond meal)
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pound (500 grams) ground bison (buffalo) or ground beef, lamb or turkey
  • 4 whole-wheat pitas or hamburger buns
  • Avocados (optional)
  • Hummus (optional)

Directions

Preheat the grill to medium-high.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, feta, almond flour, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper. Add the meat and use your hands to combine, being careful not to overwork the meat. Form into 4 equal-size patties about 1 inch (2,5 cm) thick.

Grill the burgers, flipping once, until a thermometer in the center registers 160°F (70°C) and the meat is no longer pink, 3–4 minutes per side. In the last minute, warm the pitas or buns on the grill.

Split the pitas or buns open, stuff each with a burger, and top (if desired) with avocado or hummus.

Nutrition Information

Serves: 4 |  Serving Size: 1 burger + 1 pita

Per serving: Calories: 434; Total Fat: 17g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 119mg; Sodium: 631mg; Carbohydrate: 38g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 35g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 512mg; Iron: 32%; Vitamin A: 4%; Vitamin C: 0%; Calcium: 13% 

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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