Melty, crispy, and piping hot—I know that one of the first things that likely comes to your mind is a grilled cheese sandwich. It’s one of the most satisfying snacks that can easily double as a meal, depending on the portion size. However, if you’re looking for an idea that transforms into a full-fledged meal packed with protein and vegetables, you’ll want to elevate it with just a few extra ingredients. Do you wonder what to do with your turkey bacon, or are you looking for another way to enjoy avocado? Try a Grilled Cheese Sandwich made with Turkey Bacon and Avocado!

Turkey Bacon and Avocado Health Benefits
Why put these ingredients in a classic grilled sandwich? Adding turkey bacon and avocado to your grilled cheese makes it not only tastier but also healthier. Turkey bacon is a lighter alternative to pork bacon, giving you plenty of protein without as much fat or calories. It’s also packed with nutrients like vitamin B12, which helps keep your energy up, and zinc, which supports your immune system. On the other hand, avocado brings creamy goodness along with healthy fats that are great for your heart, plus fiber to help with digestion. The combination of the crunchy turkey bacon and smooth avocado creates a flavorful and filling sandwich that’s both delicious and good for you.
Ingredients in Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Turkey Bacon and Avocado
- Turkey bacon – For a burst of meatiness, as well as a satisfyingly crunchy taste.
- Wheat bread – A healthy alternative to your regular white bread, which also provides a unique crispiness.
- Softened butter – We will want butter to give us a bit more flavor for the sandwich, while helping us achieve that perfect bread texture.
- Avocado – Practically an essential in various sandwich recipes nowadays, avocado is a great source of fiber and healthy fats. It’s also got a great softness to it that tastes fantastic with the turkey bacon and bread.
- Tomato – For a hint of sweetness and some added texture.
- Mozzarella cheese – What’s a grilled cheese sandwich without the most important ingredient– plenty of delicious mozzarella cheese? This is great for that satisfying stretch!
- Cooking oil spray – This is perfect for getting our turkey bacon cooked all the way through while preventing it from sticking to the pan.

How to Make Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Turkey Bacon and Avocado
Crisp the Turkey Bacon
First, heat a pan and lightly spray it with cooking oil. Once the pan is hot, add the turkey bacon. Cook over medium heat for about 4 minutes, then flip each piece and cook the other side for another 4 to 5 minutes until crispy. When done, remove the bacon from the pan and set it aside.
Slicing the Vegetables and Buttering the Bread
Next, slice the avocado and tomato. Take two slices of wheat bread and spread softened butter on one side of each. This will give the bread a golden, crispy finish when grilled.
Assembling the Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Turkey Bacon and Avocado
Heat a clean pan and place one slice of buttered bread, butter-side down. Layer two slices of mozzarella cheese on the bread. Then, add the cooked turkey bacon strips, followed by the avocado slices and tomato. Top the vegetables with another slice of mozzarella cheese, and finish with the second slice of buttered bread, butter-side up.
Cooking the Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Turkey Bacon and Avocado
Place the sandwich in the heated pan and cook over low to medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes. Press down lightly on the top slice of bread to compact the sandwich. Using a wide spatula, carefully flip the sandwich to cook the other side for another 3 to 4 minutes until golden and crispy. Once both sides are cooked, remove the sandwich from the pan. Slice it in half and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious and hearty Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Turkey Bacon and Avocado!
What Goes with This Grilled Cheese Sandwich
I’m starting things off with a great, but also simple breakfast recipe–Bacon and Egg Cups! Like the grilled cheese, these are also mighty crispy and filled with protein. And biting into these cups will give you so much delightful cheesiness, you are sure to want to pick up more.
But the Turkey Bacon and Avocado Grilled Cheese Sandwich definitely isn’t limited to breakfast. You can have it for lunch and dinner as well, perhaps with something refreshing and light like our Easy Cucumber Salad. If you want a different version, you can also try Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Ham and Egg!

Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Turkey Bacon and Avocado
Ingredients
- 4 pieces turkey bacon
- 2 slices wheat bread
- 3 tablespoons butter softened
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 tomato
- 3 slices Mozzarella Cheese
- Cooking oil spray
Instructions
- Heat a pan and spray cooking oil.Cooking oil spray
- Once the oil gets hot, start to fry the turkey bacon in medium heat for 4 minutes. Flip the bacon and continue to cook the other side for another 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the bacon and set aside.4 pieces turkey bacon
- Slice the tomato and avocado and then spread butter on one side of each bread slices.1/2 avocado, 1/2 tomato, 3 tablespoons butter
- Heat a clean pan. Place one bread butter-side down. Arrange two slices of Mozzarella side-by-side and then add the turkey bacon strips. Place the sliced avocado over the bacon and top with sliced tomatoes. Put the last slice of cheese on top of the tomato and finish with the second bread slice butter-side up.3 slices Mozzarella Cheese, 2 slices wheat bread
- Cook in low to medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes. Make sure to press the top of the bread to make the sandwich compact.
- Using a wide spatula, carefully flip the Turkey Bacon and Avocado Grilled Cheese Sandwich to cook the other side. Continue to cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Remove from the pan. Slice and serve. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Spice level – Afraid of a bit of spiciness? Well, you’re safe with this recipe. It hasn’t got a hint of a kick to it! But for people who want some heat with their grilled cheese, you can actually try incorporating some hot sauce or sriracha to this recipe as it would complement the cheesiness of the dish.
- Sweetness level – We can mainly expect savor in our grilled cheese. But there may be a slight sweetness from the likes of tomato.
Fantastic! Turkey bacon grilled cheese sandwich very healthy foods for our breakfast.