BLT Burgers

By dette

Yes, burgers are on the menu! But go with 96% lean ground beef (not 93%, which has almost twice the fat!). From the new The Biggest Loser Family Cookbook.

Ingredients

• 4 strips extra-lean turkey bacon, each cut in half
• 1 pound 96% lean ground beef
• 4 whole grain or whole wheat hamburger buns, split
• 1 cup chopped fresh spinach leaves
• 4 large or 8 to 12 small thin tomato slices
• 4 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat a grill to high heat.



Place a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the bacon strips. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until crisp. Remove from the pan and cover to keep warm.



Divide the beef into 4 equal portions and shape into balls, packing them tightly as you do. Press each into a patty that is about 1⁄2" larger than the diameter of the buns.



Grill the burgers for about 2 minutes per side for medium rare, or until desired doneness (do not smash the burgers with a spatula). Place the bun halves, cut sides down, on the upper grill rack or away from direct flame until toasted, about 20 seconds.



Place each toasted bun bottom on a plate. Top with the spinach, tomato, patties, then 2 pieces of bacon each. Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise evenly on each bun top, flip atop the patties, and serve.



Nutrition at a Glance
Per serving: 295 calories, 29 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates, 9 g fat (2 g saturated), 70 mg cholesterol, 4 g fiber, 547 mg sodium