Description
This fully loaded burger bowl with special sauce has all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger—without the bun! Juicy seasoned beef, crisp veggies, cheddar cheese, and a tangy, homemade sauce come together in a low-carb, crave-worthy bowl that’s perfect for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- For the Burger Bowl:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based protein)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup dill pickles, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: diced avocado, sliced jalapeños
- For the Special Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp Dijon or yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp pickle juice
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp paprika
- Optional: dash of hot sauce for spice
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and hot sauce (if using). Chill until ready to serve.
- Assemble Bowls: Layer chopped lettuce in bowls. Top with cherry tomatoes, red onion, pickles, shredded cheese, and warm beef.
- Drizzle & Serve: Spoon the special sauce generously over each bowl and garnish with optional toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For meal prep, store each component separately and assemble fresh for best texture.
- Make it dairy-free by omitting cheese or using a plant-based version.
- Use leftover grilled burgers for a shortcut!
