Low Sodium Classic Bacon Burger
Sink your teeth into a guilt-free indulgence with this Low Sodium Classic Bacon Burger—an irresistible twist on the beloved comfort food designed for health-conscious burger enthusiasts. Crafted with lean ground beef seasoned to perfection, crispy low-sodium bacon, and melted Swiss cheese, each bite delivers savory satisfaction without the excess salt. The burger is layered with fresh lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and a zesty homemade avocado spread that adds creamy richness without any added sodium. Served on a toasted, no-salt-added whole wheat bun, this recipe offers a wholesome and hearty option without sacrificing flavor. Perfectly suited for quick weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings, this burger is your go-to choice for a healthier indulgence.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 slices low-sodium bacon
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato
- 1 small red onion
- 4 slices Swiss cheese, low sodium
- 4 pieces whole wheat hamburger buns, no salt added
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 medium avocado
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
In a bowl, gently mix the ground beef with black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the seasoned meat into four equal portions and shape each into a patty, making a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb.
Slice the tomato and red onion into rings. Set these aside along with the lettuce leaves.
On a separate surface, mash the avocado with a fork and mix in the lemon juice to make a quick no-sodium added avocado spread.
Grill the bacon slices on the preheated grill or in a pan until crispy. Remove from the heat and set on paper towels to drain any excess fat.
Place the beef patties on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of the low sodium Swiss cheese on each patty so it can melt.
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
Assemble the burgers by spreading the avocado mixture on the bottom half of each bun.
Top with a lettuce leaf, a tomato slice, and a beef patty. Layer with the crisply cooked bacon and add a few rings of red onion.
Close the burger with the top half of the bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2151 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.4 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.6 g | 213% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 421 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 2727 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.3 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.1 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 164.6 g | 329% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1262 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 1923 mg | 41% | |
*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.
