Turkey Bacon &’ Avocado Recipe

Cook turkey bacon

Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tsp oil. Place 6 slices of turkey bacon in a single layer (work in two batches if needed). Cook 3–4 minutes per side until browned and crisped to your liking. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel to drain.

Mash avocado

Halve and pit the avocado. Scoop flesh into a small bowl and mash with a fork until mostly smooth but slightly chunky.

Season spread

Add 1 tsp fresh lemon juice, 0.25 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper to the mashed avocado. Stir to combine and taste; adjust seasoning if needed.

Make mayo-mustard spread

In a small bowl combine 2 tbs mayonnaise and 1 tsp Dijon mustard. Stir until smooth.

Slice tomato

Thinly slice the tomato into 3–4 slices. Pat dry with paper towel to avoid soggy sandwich.

Prepare bread

Optional: Spread 1 tsp butter on one side of each bread slice. Toast bread butter-side-down in a skillet over medium heat 1–2 minutes until golden, or use a toaster. If not toasting, proceed with untoasted bread.

Assemble

Lay 2 slices of bread on a work surface (toasted side up if toasted). Spread half the mayo-mustard mixture evenly over each bread slice. On the bottom slice of each sandwich, spread half of the seasoned mashed avocado (about 1/2 avocado equivalent per sandwich).

Layer ingredients

Top the avocado with 3 slices of cooked turkey bacon, a cheese slice (if using), 2 tomato slices, and 2 lettuce leaves. Season tomato with a light pinch of the remaining salt and pepper if desired.

Finish

Place the top slice of bread on each sandwich, press gently, and cut each sandwich in half on the diagonal.

Serve immediately while bacon is still warm. If making ahead, keep avocado and mayo-mustard spread separate until assembly to prevent sogginess; assemble up to 10 minutes before serving.