Form small patties with the ground beef (think small meatball size, but flattened), and season both sides generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
1 lb. ground beef, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dressing; season to taste and whisk well.
¼ cup homemade mayonnaise, ¼ cup olive oil, 2 tbsp. homemade ketchup, ½ tsp. onion powder, ½ tsp. smoked paprika, ½ tbsp. apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp. mustard, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Melt coconut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2 tbsp. coconut oil
Cook the small burger patties in the skillet for 3 to 4 minutes per side, then set aside.
In a salad bowl, add all the remaining ingredients, and drizzle with the dressing.
1 lb. ground beef, 4 cups mixed greens, 1 cup grape tomatoes, ½ red onion, ½ cup pickles
Add the beef patties to the salad, and gently toss until everything is well coated.