Yield: 2 servings

1/2 pound lean ground beef chuck

2 green onions, 3 inches of green left on, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley

2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

2 teaspoons soy sauce, plus extra for cooking

Salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

 

1. In a bowl, gently combine ground beef, green onions, parsley, lemon juice and soy sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Form into 2 patties, about 3 inches in diameter and 1 1/2 inches thick.

 

2. Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 6 minutes on the first side, then turn and cook for 4 minutes on the second side for medium. Brush the patties on the second side with some soy sauce. Serve immediately.

 

Per serving: 270 calories; 20g fat; 6g saturated fat; 65mg cholesterol; 21g protein; 2g carbohydrate; 1g sugar; 0.5g fiber; 510mg sodium; 35mg calcium.