Description
These Burger Bowls are a deconstructed take on classic burgers, featuring all the delicious components in a healthier, low-carb format. With seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, cheese, and a flavorful dressing, this dish is a satisfying meal option.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Seasoned Ground Beef:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowl Assembly:
- 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup dill pickles (sliced)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1/4 cup burger sauce or dressing of choice
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up and seasoning with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Assemble the Burger Bowls: Divide lettuce between 4 serving bowls. Top with cooked ground beef, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cheddar cheese, pickles, and avocado slices. Drizzle with burger sauce or dressing.
Notes
- For a low-carb version, use sugar-free ketchup and mayo-based burger sauce.
- You can swap beef for ground turkey, chicken, or a plant-based option.
- Add bacon bits or a fried egg for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
