5 Ways to Top Your Burger for 100 Calories or Less

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From SparkPeople's Ultimate Grilling Guide, by SparkPeople

It's time to fire up the grill and flip some burgers for Labor Day, the last hurrah of summer! But look out--those patties are often piled high with extra calories and fat. Lighten up your next cookout with these smarter ways to dress up your burger.


Bacon Cheeseburger: 80 Calories

1 slice turkey bacon
1/2 slice reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
Several tomato slices

Creamy BBQ: 75 Calories

1 teaspoon hummus mixed with 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce

Caprese: 80 Calories

1 slice part-skim mozzarella
Sliced tomatoes
Fresh basil and oregano

Red, White, Blue & Green: 85 Calories

1 tablespoon blue cheese mixed with 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
1/4 cup spinach or arugula
Sliced red onions

Hot 'n Spicy: 100 Calories

1 tablespoon light mayo mixed with 1 teaspoon chili sauce
Grilled onions and peppers


Related links:

Best and Worst Cookout Foods

Our Best Summer Recipes

The Thrill of the Grill


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