Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Burger Bowls, where all your favorite cheeseburger flavors come together in a satisfying bowl without the bun. This recipe features a hearty base of seasoned ground beef, fresh greens, and a medley of colorful toppings, drizzled with a rich homemade burger sauce that ties everything together beautifully. Perfect for busy weeknights, you can customize these bowls with your choice of veggies and sauces to suit your family’s tastes. Not only are they delicious, but they’re also nutritious and low-carb! Enjoy them for lunch or dinner, and watch as they impress even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 4 cups green lettuce (chopped)
- ½ cup grape tomatoes (sliced)
- ¼ cup dill pickle (chopped)
- ¼ cup red onion (diced or sliced)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- ½ cup burger sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup sweet relish
- 1 teaspoon vinegar (or lemon juice)
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb ground beef until browned. Season with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Remove from heat; drain excess grease. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- In a serving bowl, layer chopped lettuce as a base. Top with cooked beef mixture and add sliced tomatoes, chopped pickles, diced red onion, avocado slices, and additional cheddar cheese if desired.
- Drizzle generously with the homemade burger sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out the ground beef for turkey or lamb for different flavor profiles. Experiment with toppings like sliced jalapeños or creamy ranch dressing for added zest. For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with plant-based meat alternatives or roasted veggies.