Beef Burger Patties with Garlic Aioli & Tomato-Cucumber Salad

Directions

1. 1. Rinse and dry all produce.
2. 2. Cut the tomatoes into 1/2-inch chunks and place them in a medium salad bowl.
3. 3. Quarter the cucumber lengthwise, then slice into 1/2-inch pieces and add to the bowl.
4. 4. Peel and thinly slice the shallots and toss them in with the other vegetables.
5. 5. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
6. 6. Mix the ground beef with salt and pepper, then form into two even patties and rest on a plate.
7. 7. Add coconut oil to the hot skillet and swirl to coat the bottom.
8. 8. Cook the patties 2–5 minutes per side, depending on desired doneness, then transfer to a plate.
9. 9. Squeeze the lemon and reserve half of the juice for the aioli; add the other half to the salad ingredients.
10. 10. Drizzle olive oil over the salad, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine; set aside.
11. 11. Mince or press the garlic and add it to a small bowl with the lemon juice; whisk in mayonnaise, salt, and pepper until smooth.
12. 12. To serve, divide the salad between plates, place the burger patties nearby, and offer the garlic aioli alongside.