This Brussels sprouts slaw was one of the best I have made yet and with the bbq sauce, bacon, and sharp cheddar… this may be my new go-to burger recipe.

Fun fact: May is #NationalBurgerMonth and get pumped because I went even bigger than ever for my annual celebration of burgers. 2016’s GirlCarnivore #BurgerMonth had over 40 bloggers participating in an over the top burger celebration like no other. This Bison Burger with Maple Brussel Sprouts Slaw was one of my offerings to inspire the entrants.
I may have recently dubbed myself the Oprah of Burgers – on a one-woman mission to give every reader a burger. You and you and you! Burgers for all. I love burgers so much while rally the talented bloggers for this event, Facebook’s amazing algorithms would often translate my text from “Burgers” to “Citizens” making me feel like I had a slight chance at a political career someday bringing the joy of burgers to the entire country.
Follow me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes burger love while I hunt out the BEST local burgers for #NationalBurgerMonth!
The inaugural burger to kick off #BurgerMonth 2016 was my Bison Burger with Maple Brussels Sprouts Slaw. The Brussels sprouts slaw was one of the best I have made yet and with the bbq sauce, bacon and sharp cheddar… this may be my new go-to burger recipe.
Kicking #BurgerMonth off strong with the Bison Burger with Maple Brussels Sprouts Slaw
Check out some of my other over-the-top Burger Creations!
- Short Rib Burgers with Lemongrass & Fennel Slaw
- Zesty Pimento Cheeseburger
- Harissa Butter Stuffed Lamb Burgers
- Smoked Blueberry Raclette Burgers
If you’ve tried my Bison Burger with Maple Brussel Sprouts Slaw Recipe or any other recipe on GirlCarnivore.com please don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know where you found it in the comments below. I get inspired by your feedback and comments! You can also FOLLOW MEon Instagram @girlcarnivore as well as on Twitter and Facebook.
Bison Burger with Maple Brussels Sprouts Slaw
Ingredients
For the Brussels Slaw
- 3 cups shaved brussels sprouts
- ½ onion diced
- 1 Grannysmith apple diced
- salt and pepper
- 1 tbs Dijon mustard
- 1 tbs apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbs mayo
- 1 tbs real maple syrup
For the Burger
- 8 slices apple wood smoked thick cut bacon cooked
- 4 bison burgers*
- sharp cheddar cheese
- Brussels Sprouts Slaw lettuce, onion, tomato for topping
- mayo
- Apple wood smoked BBQ Sauce
- Brioche Bun buttered and toasted
Instructions
- Toss the shaved sprouts, onion and apple in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Mix the Dijon, vinegar, mayo and syrup in a bowl to combine. Pour over the sprout mix and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat the grill for medium-high heat when ready to use (use charcoal for that perfect burger flavor). Clean and oil your grate. Grill the bison burgers to 135-140 degrees F. Cover with cheese and let melt. Allow the burgers to rest while toasting the buns.
- Smear a dollop of mayo on each toasted bun and top with lettuce, onion and tomato. Place the burgers on top and place 2 slices of bacon on top. Pile on the slaw, finish it off with a spoon full of BBQ sauce and the bun topper.
Jen says
I need ALL the blue cheese on my burger!!!
Malcolm says
This is going to be awesome. Thank you so much for organizing, Kita.
Billie Hillier says
I like it simple – a good cheddar and lots of raw red onion
Tara says
I have really gotten into trying different sauces lately.
Nettie says
Your Burger looks incredible! Thank you for putting this altogether! I am so excited to be participating! Nettie
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
Oh man I wish I could attend that food truck event! So excited for all the burgers this month!
Carly Williams says
Definitely avocado!
Bobbi from Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says
Holy YUM!!! That has me craving a burger for breakfast!!
Melissa R says
I like grilled jalapeños, cheddar cheese and avocados on my burger!
Kita says
I am super stoked to see you’re burger because you are WEEK ONE of #BURGERMONTH 2016 Prize winner!
Melissa R says
Oh wow! That’s awesome – thanks so much! What do I need to do to get my prize?
Kita says
I will be emailing you (with the email address listed on the Rafflecopter giveaway) with instructions shortly! 😀 Stay tuned ;D
Geoff says
I’d make a burger with blue cheese, bacon and grilled onions.
Danae @ Recipe Runner says
Awesome burger to start burger month with Kita! Love that you used bison and I want that maple Brussels sprout slaw on everything!
Renee says
That is one scrumptious looking burger! What a great way to kick off Burger Month!
Priscilla | ShesCookin says
Drooling! Fabulous burger and that Brussels Sprout slaw would be delish on its own, too. Thanks for organizing Burger Month 2016, Kita!
Joan says
Your burger looks great. I love some vadalia onion on my burger.
Carrie @ Bakeaholic Mama says
Dude. This burger!!!
Betsy @ Desserts Required says
Dear Lord, this is an incredible burger. If I had seen this before I saw you at FWCon, I would have requested you bring one to me!!
Coleen @ The Redhead Baker says
That looks amazing! I’ve never had a bison burger before. I think my favorite topping is fried shoestring potatoes, a fried egg and sriracha ketchup!
Deanna Samaan says
This sounds and looks good!! I am drooling here!!!!
Karly says
My mouth. It’s crying. Wait, no, I’m just drooling. This burger looks INSANELY tasty, and that brussels sprout slaw looks incredible too!