Heart-Healthy Bacon Cheddar Burger
Sink your teeth into this guilt-free indulgence with our Heart-Healthy Bacon Cheddar Burger recipe, combining the rich flavors you love with a nutritious twist. Crafted from lean ground turkey and seasoned with garlic and onion powders for a savory kick, these juicy patties are grilled to perfection and topped with reduced-fat cheddar cheese that melts into pure comfort. Crispy, smoky turkey bacon adds a healthier alternative to traditional bacon, while fresh baby spinach, ripe tomato slices, and crunchy onion rings elevate every bite with vibrant freshness. Served on whole wheat buns, this wholesome burger delivers all the satisfying flavors of a classic bacon cheddar burger while prioritizing heart health. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that’s perfect for weekday dinners or weekend gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground turkey
- 4 Whole wheat hamburger buns
- 4 slices Reduced-fat cheddar cheese slices
- 4 slices Turkey bacon
- 1 cup Baby spinach leaves
- 1 large Tomato
- 1 medium Red onion
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the turkey mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick, roughly matching the size of the buns.
Brush the grill with olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the turkey patties on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
While the patties are cooking, cook the turkey bacon in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.
Slice the tomato and red onion into thin slices.
Once the patties are fully cooked, place a slice of reduced-fat cheddar cheese on top of each patty and let it melt, about 1 minute.
Toast the whole wheat buns lightly on the grill for about 1 minute, until slightly crisp.
Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a slice of crispy turkey bacon, a few spinach leaves, a slice of tomato, and a ring of red onion. Cover with the top half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy bacon cheddar burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1995 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.4 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.4 g | 147% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 471 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 5324 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.8 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 162.4 g | 325% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1434 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2466 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
