Healthy Burger Bowl Dinner for Two or More
All the bold flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a healthy, low-carb bowl. This burger bowl is loaded with seasoned beef, crisp lettuce, cheese, pickles, and creamy burger sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (85/15 or leaner)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
½ cup diced tomatoes
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
¾ cup sliced pickles
Burger Sauce:
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp yellow mustard
1 tsp pickle relish or chopped pickles
1 tsp white vinegar
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Cook beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Add seasonings and Worcestershire sauce. Stir and cook 2 more minutes.
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In a bowl, mix mayo, ketchup, mustard, pickles, and vinegar to make the sauce. Set aside.
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Divide lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion among 4 bowls.
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Top each with cooked beef and shredded cheese.
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Add sliced pickles and drizzle with burger sauce.
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Serve warm or cold, garnished with sesame seeds or hot sauce if desired.
Notes
Swap beef for ground turkey or plant-based crumbles. Keep components separate for meal prep. Adjust sauce ingredients to fit dietary needs.