For many people, nothing beats a traditional burger – and this one’s packed with flavour.

Serves: 4

Syns per serving:
Free on Original
Add 6 Syns per serving if not using the wholemeal roll as a Healthy Extra

4 Syns on Green
Add 6 Syns for each if not using the minced beef and the wholemeal roll as a Healthy Extras

Preparation & cooking time: 30 minutes plus chilling

you will need...

1 bunch spring onions
454g/1lb extra lean minced beef
2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
salt and freshly ground black pepper
half a small red pepper
2 ripe tomatoes
1 teaspoon barbecue seasoning
2 tablespoons freshly chopped chives
4 rashers back bacon, all visible fat removed
green salad leaves
4 x 57g/2oz wholemeal rolls

1. Finely slice the spring onions, place in a bowl with the beef, parsley and seasoning. Combine with your hands and shape into 4 burgers about 10cm/4in in diameter. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
2. Make the relish. Deseed and chop the pepper, chop the tomatoes, mix with the barbecue seasoning and chives, cover and chill.
3. Place the burgers under a medium/hot grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Add the bacon for the last 5 minutes of cooking. Layer the salad leaves, bacon, burger and relish in the rolls and serve immediately.