Heart-Healthy Bacon Cheddar Burger

Satisfy your burger cravings without compromising on nutrition with this Heart-Healthy Bacon Cheddar Burger! Crafted with lean ground turkey, crispy turkey bacon, and reduced-fat cheddar cheese, this recipe delivers all the flavor of a classic bacon cheddar burger while prioritizing your heart health. Served on whole wheat buns and topped with fresh baby spinach, juicy tomato slices, and red onion, each bite is a delightful combination of wholesome ingredients and savory goodness. Seasoned with garlic and onion powder for extra depth, this burger is grilled to perfection for a satisfying yet guilt-free meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a healthier take on a comfort food favorite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or summertime grill sessions, this burger is packed with protein, flavor, and love for your heart!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Slice the tomato and red onion into thin slices.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

Toast the whole wheat buns lightly on the grill for about 1 minute, until slightly crisp.

Step 9

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.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy bacon cheddar burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1244.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1995.4

Total Fat 90.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 471.3mg	0%
Sodium 5323.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.8g	0%
Total Sugars 38.4g
Protein 162.4g	0%

Vitamin D 21.1IU	0%
Calcium 1434.3mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 2466.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.4%

Protein: 31.5%

Carbs: 29.1%