Southwestern Bacon Burgers

Turn up the heat on your next backyard barbecue with these bold and flavorful Southwestern Bacon Burgers! Crafted with juicy 80/20 ground beef and seasoned with smoky paprika, cumin, and garlic powder, these patties pack a punch of savory spice. Topped with crispy bacon, melted shredded cheddar cheese, creamy avocado slices, and zesty chipotle mayo, each bite delivers a delicious fusion of Tex-Mex flair. Fresh red onion, ripe tomato, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro add a refreshing burst of flavor, while toasted burger buns provide the perfect crispy base. Quick to prepare and bursting with southwestern charm, these burgers make an irresistible dinner that’s perfect for grilling season or any time you’re craving something indulgently satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 0.333 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 unit Red onion, sliced
• 1 unit Tomato, sliced
• 1 unit Avocado, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape them into burger patties.

Step 2

Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Set aside.

Step 3

In a small food processor or blender, combine the chipotle peppers and mayonnaise. Blend until smooth, then set aside in a bowl.

Step 4

Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Cook the burger patties for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach desired doneness. During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with shredded cheddar cheese and allow it to melt.

Step 5

Toast the burger buns lightly on a grill or in a toaster oven for 1-2 minutes until warm and slightly crisp.

Step 6

Assemble the burgers by spreading chipotle mayo on the bottom buns. Layer with lettuce, a cooked burger patty, bacon slices, red onion, tomato, avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Top with the upper buns.

Step 7

Serve the Southwestern Bacon Burgers immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as fries or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1258.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3289.5

Total Fat 244.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.3g
Cholesterol 568.1mg	0%
Sodium 5386.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 15.5g
Protein 140.2g	0%

Vitamin D 35.8IU	0%
Calcium 1123.2mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 2820.5mg	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: 66.8%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 16.2%