Bacon Cheeseburger Salad Recipe

Craveable Bacon Cheeseburger Salad! This family-favorite recipe transforms the classic cheeseburger into a light yet satisfying salad. Adapted from a simple and delicious original, this recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 505.1 kcal
Protein 63g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Bacon Cheeseburger Salad

  • Hamburger Buns
  • Olive Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • Ground Beef
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • Prepared Mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce (e.g., iceberg, romaine)
  • Chopped Tomatoes
  • Process American Cheese
  • Cooked Bacon
  • Dill Pickle Slices

How to Make Bacon Cheeseburger Salad

  1. Preheat your oven's broiler. Place 1 cup of cubed hamburger buns on a baking sheet.
  2. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of garlic salt. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Broil the croutons 4-6 inches from the heat for 4-6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  4. In a large skillet, cook 1 pound of ground beef and 1/2 cup of chopped onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease.
  5. Stir in 2 tablespoons of ketchup, 1 tablespoon of mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Heat through.
  6. Divide 4 cups of shredded lettuce among four dinner plates.
  7. Top each salad with sliced tomatoes, the meat mixture, cheese slices, and crumbled bacon.
  8. Garnish with the croutons and dill pickle slices. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

57 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

58g

Carbs

11g