Description
A quick and delicious burger bowl recipe that combines the classic flavors of a cheeseburger with a fresh, low-carb twist. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, these bowls feature seasoned ground beef layered over crisp romaine lettuce and topped with cheddar cheese, avocado, pickles, and a tangy ketchup-mustard sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup pickles (dill or jalapeño)
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes to ready all fresh components for assembly.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble Your Bowls: Distribute the chopped romaine evenly into four serving bowls, then top each with a portion of the cooked ground beef.
- Add Toppings: Evenly sprinkle halved cherry tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese over the bowls. Add sliced avocado and pickles to each bowl as well.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine ketchup and yellow mustard thoroughly. Drizzle this sauce over each assembled bowl to enhance flavor.
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve the burger bowls immediately for the freshest taste and enjoy this low-carb, flavorful meal.
Notes
- To keep it low-carb, opt for pickles without added sugar.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a leaner protein alternative.
- For extra crunch, add some sliced red onions or crispy bacon bits.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for a larger crowd.
- Leftover cooked ground beef can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
