Description
Enjoy all the flavor of a classic cheeseburger without the bun in this easy, satisfying bowl. This recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or preparing meals ahead of time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (optional)
- 4 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup dill pickle slices
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- For the Tangy Burger Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon ketchup (use low-sugar if tracking carbs)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Burger Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and onion powder until smooth. Set aside or refrigerate.
- Cook the Beef: Place the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Break the meat apart with a spoon. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. If using, add the chopped onion. Cook until the beef is fully browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
- Melt the Cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the cooked beef. Cover the skillet for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt completely over the meat.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the shredded lettuce evenly among four serving bowls. This forms your base for this healthy hamburger bowl.
- Layer the Ingredients: Spoon the cheesy ground beef mixture over the lettuce in each bowl.
- Add Toppings: Arrange the cherry tomatoes and dill pickle slices around the beef in each bowl.
- Serve: Drizzle a generous amount of the homemade tangy burger sauce over the top of each cheeseburger bowl. Serve immediately, or cool completely for meal prep.
Notes
- For a Keto Cheeseburger Bowl, skip any added sugar in the sauce and ensure your toppings fit your daily macros.
- You can swap ground beef for ground turkey or ground chicken if you prefer a lighter protein option.
- These bowls store well for meal prep; keep the sauce separate until you are ready to eat to maintain freshness.
- Add sliced avocado or crumbled bacon for extra flavor and healthy fats.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 21
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 34
- Cholesterol: 105