Avocado Burger
Updated Jun 23, 2025
This avocado burger recipe features lean ground beef and ripe avocados inside the patties, adding moisture and fat, keeping the burger from drying.
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Make avocado burgers for dinner!
I used to avoid making burgers with lean ground beef because they always turned out dry and tough… like, why am I chewing on a hockey puck? Then I started mixing avocado right into the meat, and everything changed (Yes, I know that sounds cliche, but it’s true!). The avocado keeps the patties juicy and tender without any fancy tricks. And since I’m already on an avocado kick, I top them with a quick avocado crema too. It’s simple, satisfying, and one of my favorite ways to get into a burger night.
Happy Cooking!
– Yumna
Avocado Burger Ingredients
- Ground beef: I use 90% lean ground beef. Since I add avocado to the patties, they don’t need to be fatty to taste great. You can swap beef for ground turkey or chicken if you prefer.
- Avocados: Even though we are adding the avocado to the burger patties, we still want to make sure they are ripe so you don’t end up with hard chunks.
- Avocado crema: Make it with avocado, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Olive oil: Grease the stovetop grill pan or cast iron skillet to prevent sticking.
- Buns: For crisp buns, grill them in the pan after cooking the patties. For a low-carb option, skip the buns and turn the avocado burgers into lettuce wraps.
How to Make Avocado Burger
Avocado Burger Recipe
Ingredients
For the Crema:
- 1 avocado
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 lime zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Burger:
- ½ avocado
- 1 pound ground beef 90% lean
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 hamburger buns for serving
- Lettuce and tomato slices for serving
Instructions
- Make the avocado crema. Combine all ingredients in a food processor until creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Form the the avocado burgers. In a large bowl, mash the avocado with a fork. Add beef, salt, and pepper, and mix until combined. Form into 4–5 patties, about ½ inch thick.
- Make the burgers. Preheat a grill or cast iron pan to medium high heat. Add oil and cook the burgers until seared and golden brown, 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter.
- Assemble the avocado burgers. Serve on a bun with lettuce, tomato, reserved avocado crema, and other desired toppings.
Equipment
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
Recipe Variations
- Make it a cheeseburger. Add a slice of cheddar, Swiss, or American cheese.
- Caramelize some onions. They add umami depth to the creamy avocado. Sautéed mushrooms are a great idea, too.
- Crack some yolks. A sunny-side up egg or a poached egg (or even a fried egg!).
Recipe Tips
- Don’t overmix. Too much mixing can result in tough and chewy avocado burgers.
- Preheat your pan. It should be hot when you add the burgers.
- Only flip them once. When you add the burgers to the pan, let them sit untouched for about 4 minutes. When you see juices forming on the top of the burgers, it’s time to flip them.
- Don’t press the burgers down while cooking. Flattening the burgers with a spatula while they cook makes the fat escape, which is what makes the burgers tasty and juicy.
Serving Ideas
- Fries: Za’atar Fries, Halloumi Fries, Baked Zucchini Fries
- Slaw: Red Cabbage Slaw, Fish Taco Slaw, Apple Slaw
- Healthy sides: Air Fryer Broccoli, Onion Ring Chips, Grilled Veggie Kabobs
FAQs
Store the patties in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop until warmed through.
Yes, you can freeze these burger patties before you cook them. Mix and form the burgers, stack them with parchment paper between each patty, and place them in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.
You can cook the frozen burgers directly on the grill pan for a few minutes longer than the recipe’s cook time, but for best results, thaw them in the fridge overnight before cooking.
Yes, you can make the burger mix ahead of time and keep it covered in the fridge. I don’t recommend making them more than a day ahead of time, though, because the avocado will start to brown.
Comments
This was fantastic! Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe, the avocado crema is amazing and makes this burger even better! I have one question, how long will the crema last in the fridge? I had 2 avocados to use so I have leftovers – not upset about it either 😁
Thank you so much!
Ohh, would be tasty in a ground chicken burger also!
Seriously the tastiest burger I have ever had!!! So easy and simple to make and so juicy! Will definitely be making again!
That’s amazing!! Hope you continue to enjoy!