Description
These burger bowls with caramelized onion aioli offer a delicious, low-carb alternative to the traditional burger. Featuring juicy ground beef served atop fresh romaine or mixed greens and topped with cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, cheddar cheese, and pickles, this meal is elevated by a creamy, savory homemade caramelized onion aioli. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or anyone craving the rich flavors of a burger without the bun.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Burger Bowls
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ red onion, sliced
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup dill pickle slices
For the Caramelized Onion Aioli
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the thinly sliced yellow onions and cook slowly for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are deeply golden and soft. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
- Prepare the Aioli: Finely chop the caramelized onions. In a small bowl, combine the chopped onions with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir everything together until well incorporated, then set aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Season the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Form the beef into 4 small patties or leave as crumbles. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties or crumbles for about 6 to 8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Assemble the Burger Bowls: Divide the chopped romaine or mixed greens evenly among four bowls. Top each with cooked beef, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, sliced red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and dill pickle slices.
- Add the Aioli and Serve: Drizzle each bowl generously with the prepared caramelized onion aioli. Serve immediately for a fresh, satisfying low-carb meal.
Notes
- Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a leaner protein alternative.
- For a dairy-free option, omit the cheddar cheese and use a dairy-free mayonnaise.
- This recipe is perfect for meal prepping; store the components separately and assemble bowls just before eating to maintain freshness.
