Heart-Healthy Beef Bacon and Cheese Burger
Indulge guilt-free with our Heart-Healthy Beef Bacon and Cheese Burger, a flavorful twist on the classic favorite crafted with nutrition in mind! This recipe features lean ground beef seasoned to perfection and topped with crispy turkey bacon and melted low-fat cheddar cheese for that irresistible savory bite. Served on toasted whole grain buns and layered with fresh arugula, juicy tomato slices, red onion, and a creamy avocado Greek yogurt spread, every ingredient brings heart-smart benefits without compromising on taste. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this better-for-you burger is ideal for a wholesome weeknight dinner or a health-conscious barbecue treat. Perfect for those craving delicious flavor while keeping wellness at the forefront, this is the ultimate nutritious upgrade to your burger game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 4 pieces Whole grain hamburger buns
- 4 slices Turkey bacon
- 4 slices Low-fat cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Arugula
- 1 medium Tomato
- 1 small Red onion
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 small Avocado
- 0.25 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently to combine and form into 4 equal patties.
Lightly brush olive oil on both sides of the patties.
Place the turkey bacon slices and the beef patties on the grill. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Cook the turkey bacon until crispy and remove from grill.
While the meat is cooking, slice the tomato and red onion thinly.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash together with the Greek yogurt to make a creamy spread.
Once the burgers are almost done, place a slice of low-fat cheddar cheese on each patty and allow it to melt slightly.
Toast the whole grain buns lightly on the grill.
To assemble the burgers, spread the avocado yogurt mixture generously on the bottom half of each bun.
Top with a handful of arugula, a slice of tomato, and some red onion rings.
Place the beef patty with cheese onto the toppings, add a crispy turkey bacon slice, and finish off with the top half of the bun.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your heart-healthy beef bacon and cheese burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.5 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.8 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 455 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 5728 mg | 249% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.7 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.4 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.7 g | ||
| Protein | 170.5 g | 341% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1518 mg | 117% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 3179 mg | 68% | |
*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.
