Satisfy your burger cravings while staying Whole30-compliant with this irresistible Bacon Cheddar Burger—minus the cheddar but packed with flavor! Crafted with juicy 80/20 ground beef and seasoned to perfection with garlic and onion powders, these patties are grilled to golden-brown deliciousness. Crispy, Whole30-compliant bacon takes center stage, while creamy avocado, fresh tomato, red onion, and a dollop of tangy Dijon mustard add layers of vibrant, nutritious goodness. Instead of a traditional bun, romaine lettuce wraps embrace all the toppings for a guilt-free and gluten-free experience. Ready in just 35 minutes, this burger is a clean-eating delight perfect for lunch or dinner!
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined. Do not overwork the meat.
Divide the mixture into two equal parts and shape into patties, ensuring they are slightly larger than the size of the buns as they will shrink during cooking.
Place the bacon slices in a cold skillet and turn the heat to medium. Cook the bacon until crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Slice the tomato and red onion thinly and set aside. Peel and slice the avocado.
Once the grill is hot, place the burger patties on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium, or until desired doneness.
To assemble the burgers, lay two large lettuce leaves on each plate to form a wrap.
Place the cooked burger patty on each lettuce wrap, top with bacon, tomato slices, onion slices, and avocado. Add a dollop of Dijon mustard.
Wrap the lettuce around the burger to hold all the toppings inside and serve immediately.
Calories |
1542 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 116.9 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.7 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 312 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 3970 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 85.0 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2456 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.