Description
A comforting cheeseburger bowl without the bun, featuring seasoned beef over crisp lettuce and a tangy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup dill pickle chips
- 1/2 cup chopped onion (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (for the sauce)
- 2 tablespoons ketchup (low-sugar or keto alternative if needed)
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and onion powder to prepare the sauce. Mix well until smooth and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Form into small crumbles or patties.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned ground beef and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Divide shredded lettuce among four bowls. Top with cooked beef mixture.
- Distribute shredded cheddar cheese, pickle chips, and chopped onion over the beef in each bowl.
- Drizzle tangy burger sauce over the ingredients and serve immediately.
Notes
Customize the toppings and sauce according to taste preferences. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: cheeseburger, low-carb, family meal, easy recipe, comfort food