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Burger Bowl recipe

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This Burger Bowl Recipe delivers all the delicious flavors of a classic cheeseburger—juicy ground beef, melty cheddar, pickles, crispy fries, and a creamy special sauce—served over a fresh bed of lettuce. It’s a low-carb, gluten-free, customizable dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
  • 6 cups romaine lettuce (or iceberg, spinach, or mixed greens)
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup dill pickle chips
  • 2 cups French fries (optional – frozen or homemade)
  • For the Special Sauce Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons diced dill pickles (or 1 tablespoon pickle juice)
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard (or Dijon)

Instructions

  1. Cook frozen or homemade French fries according to package directions or air fry until crispy. Set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned and no longer pink. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Drain excess fat.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, diced pickles or pickle juice, and mustard to make the special sauce. Adjust to taste.
  4. To assemble, start each bowl with a bed of lettuce. Top with cooked ground beef, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, dill pickle chips, and fries.
  5. Drizzle special sauce on top and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Swap ground beef with turkey, chicken, or plant-based options.
  • For a lighter version, skip fries or use roasted sweet potatoes.
  • Add avocado, jalapeños, or swap cheese for varieties like pepper jack or provolone.
  • Mix hot sauce into the dressing for extra heat.
  • Great for meal prep—store components separately and assemble when ready to eat.

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