Avocado and spinach toppings pack some nutritional punch into Avocado Bacon Burgers, so you can feel good about serving it to your family!
May is National Hamburger month! I did not even know that hamburgers had their very own month. Go figure!
We are big fans of the hamburger, especially this version which is ‘healthified’ with ingredients to maximize nutrition and minimize calories. So at least you get some nutritional bang for your calorie buck!
Another great burger recipe is my Crock Pot Barbeque Burgers, which are so easy to make in your slow cooker!
Thing 1 and Thing 2 were chomping at the bit when they learned that we were having these for dinner, especially when I mentioned that we were using ‘real’ bacon, as opposed to our usual turkey bacon. For this dish, I splurged a little and bought center cut bacon, which is not as lean as turkey bacon, but it is leaner than regular bacon, so I consider it a compromise!
Interested in some other beef recipes?
Crock Pot Beef and Mushrooms with Red Wine Sauce
Baked Chicken Fried Steak
Steak and Blue Cheese Pizza
Love avocados? Check out my article about what does avocado taste like and other great information about using avocados in cooking!
Adapted from a HungryGirl recipe.
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Avocado Bacon Burgers
Ingredients
- 3 wedges spreadable light Swiss cheese (like the kind by The Laughing Cow)
- 2 avocados (mashed)
- 1 handful cilantro
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 extra lean hamburger patties (for best results use Certified Angus Beef® to make the patties)
- 4 slices center cut bacon
- 1 large tomato (sliced into 4 thick slices)
- 1 handful iceberg lettuce (shredded)
- 1 handful fresh spinach (shredded)
- 4 hamburger buns (use whole grain and/or light buns if you choose)
Instructions
- Peel and mash avocados.2 avocados
- Place the wedges of spreadable Swiss cheese on a microwave-safe plate and soften by heating in the microwave on high for about 30 seconds3 wedges spreadable light Swiss cheese
- Finely chop the cilantro or run through the food processor to yield about 2 tablespoons.1 handful cilantro
- Combine the avocados, spreadable Swiss cheese, cilantro and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.¼ teaspoon salt
- Cook the hamburger patties as desired (grill, oven, or stovetop).4 extra lean hamburger patties
- While the hamburger patties are cooking, place the bacon slices on a paper towel, cover with another paper towel, and microwave until crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes.4 slices center cut bacon
- Combine the shredded lettuce and shredded spinach in a separate small bowl.1 handful iceberg lettuce, 1 handful fresh spinach
- Assemble burgers by placing the cooked hamburger patty on the bottom half of a bun, then spread about ¼ of the avocado mixture, then layer the bacon, tomato, shredded lettuce/spinach blend and the top half of the bun.4 hamburger buns, 1 large tomato
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.
Jann Olson
One of my favorites now and then! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Carol@BlueskyatHome
This burger looks delicious. I love anything with avocado. Love your photography. Thanks for sharing at Happiness is Homemade Lin Party.
Kim~madeinaday
Burger looks so yummy! Sharing! Thank you for sharing on Merry Monday! Hope to see ya next week!
Kim
Amy
I love avocado, bacon and burgers so having them all together is pretty much like being in Heaven! Thank you for sharing at Nifty Thrifty Sunday.
Anyonita
Hahhaha, I love that you hid spinach in the burger! 🙂 I don't think you can go wrong with fresh avocado; it's always so delicious! And avocado & bacon on a burger? Now we're talking! That's a burger I"d eat all day! Thank you so much for linking up with me this week at Tasty Tuesdays! I’ve pinned this & shared it with my followers!
Kristin
Thanks Anyonita! Can't wait to cohost with you in a few weeks! 🙂
Sandra H @ scrumptilicious4you
Looks really yummy! Just stopping by from Anyonita Nibbles
Kristin
Thanks Sandra! I checked out your blog as well. Love that roasted chicken recipe! 🙂
Donalyn@The Creekside Cook
Bacon and avocado on a burger? Count me in! Look really super!
Kristin
Thanks Donalyn! They really were delicious. Thanks for stopping by!
miss messy
This looks delicious!! :)why am i reading this before i eat, its making me hungry!
Kristin
Maybe you should go make yourself an Avocado Bacon Burger 😉 Thanks, Miss Messy!