Description
Get all the flavor of a classic cheeseburger without the bun in this quick, satisfying, and low-carb Cheeseburger Bowl. Perfect for fast weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup dill pickle chips
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- For the Tangy Burger Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup (use low-sugar if preferred)
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 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, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and onion powder until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine the ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Break the meat apart with a spoon and cook until fully browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
- Melt the Cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Place the cheddar cheese slices directly on top of the cooked ground beef. Cover the skillet for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and gooey.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the shredded lettuce evenly among four serving bowls. Spoon the cheesy ground beef mixture over the lettuce base in each bowl.
- Add Toppings: Top each bowl with pickle chips, diced red onion, and diced tomatoes.
- Serve: Drizzle a generous amount of the homemade Tangy Burger Sauce over the top of each bowl. Serve immediately for a comforting dinner or cool completely before sealing for meal prep.
Notes
- For a Keto Cheeseburger Bowl, skip the ketchup in the sauce or use a keto-friendly substitute.
- You can swap the ground beef for ground turkey or ground chicken if you prefer a lighter protein option.
- This recipe is excellent for meal prep; store the sauce separately and add it just before eating to keep the lettuce crisp.
- If you want a heartier, non-low-carb option, add 1/2 cup of cooked white rice or crispy oven-baked potato cubes to the base.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 40
- Saturated Fat: 16
- Unsaturated Fat: 24
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 38
- Cholesterol: 110