Here’s a California Avocado Burger—juicy, fresh, and stacked with West Coast flavor 🥑🍔
California Avocado Burger
Ingredients (2 burgers)
Burger Patties
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
- Salt & black pepper
Toppings
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 slices pepper jack, Swiss, or cheddar cheese
- 2 burger buns (brioche or sesame)
- Lettuce
- Tomato slices
- Red onion (optional)
- Crispy bacon (optional but very California)
California Sauce (Optional but Recommended)
- ¼ cup mayo
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Pinch of garlic powder
Instructions
- Form & Season Patties
- Shape beef into 2 patties.
- Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Cook Burgers
- Grill or pan-cook over medium-high heat.
- Cook 3–4 minutes per side.
- Add cheese during last minute to melt.
- Toast Buns
- Lightly butter and toast buns until golden.
- Assemble
- Bottom bun
- Sauce
- Lettuce
- Burger patty with melted cheese
- Bacon (if using)
- Avocado slices
- Tomato & onion
- Top bun
Tips & Variations
- Healthier twist: Use turkey or plant-based patty.
- Extra flavor: Mash avocado with salt + lime for guacamole-style spread.
- Spicy: Add chipotle mayo or jalapeños.
- Low-carb: Serve in lettuce wraps.
Want a grilled version, In-N-Out–style sauce, or chicken avocado burger? 😄
