Cheeseburger In A Bowl Recipe

Cheeseburger bowl in a white bowl on a white table with a white cloth.

5 from 2 votes

Kiss goodbye to guilt with this Easy Cheeseburger Bowl Recipe. Healthy and loaded with taste all while being keto-friendly and low-carb.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

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Servings: servings

Calories: 506kcal

Author: Bethany Galloway

Ingredients

Ground Beef Mixture (see note 1 for leftover burger option)

750 g extra lean ground beef
1.5 tablespoons ketchup bbq sauce or tomato paste (see note 2)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Special Sauce

4 tablespoons mayonnaise homemade or store-bought, see note 3
4 tablespoons ketchup
4 teaspoons yellow mustard
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder optional
12 pickle slices chopped
splash of pickle juice

Salad Ingredients

3 bags of salad greens of choice baby spinach, arugula, spring mix, etc.
16 cherry tomatoes diced
Sliced pickles to taste
Sliced or caramelized onions to taste, see note 4
1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese to taste
Other toppings as desired get creative! See note 6

Instructions

Ground Beef Mixture

To start, cook beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until the ground beef turns brown and is no longer pink, and drain excess grease (if needed). I slowly tip the pan over a jar and hold the cooked ground beef back with a slotted spoon.
750 g extra lean ground beef
Add the remaining ingredients: Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 more minutes and set aside.
1.5 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Another option:
Dice up leftover burger patties instead if you happen to have some on hand. Check out this post on How to Reheat a Burger.

Special Sauce

In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, diced pickles, and a splash of pickle juice.
4 tablespoons mayonnaise, 4 tablespoons ketchup, 4 teaspoons yellow mustard, 12 pickle slices, splash of pickle juice
Tip: I use homemade garlic mayonnaise. If you aren't making my mayo recipe, add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder to the sauce.
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Assemble the Burger Bowls

In a large bowl (I use pasta bowls), start with a generous bed of your chosen greens, layer on the seasoned ground beef mixture or burger patties, and top it off with diced fresh tomatoes, tangy pickles, sliced or caramelized red onions, grated cheese, and any other burger toppings you desire. Finally, drizzle the special sauce, and serve!
3 bags of salad greens of choice, 16 cherry tomatoes, Sliced pickles, Sliced or caramelized onions, 1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Notes

Leftover burgers: Diced leftover burgers work well in this recipe and are often what I use instead of the ground beef mixture in the summer after grilling.
Ketchup: For a homemade option, try my Keto Ketchup Recipe. Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce is great too!
Mayonnaise: My homemade mayonnaise recipe is keto-friendly, as well as delicious! It already has garlic in it so no need to add garlic powder if you use it.
Caramelized Onions: Check out my post on How to Caramelize Onions for Burgers. Perfect for burger bowls!
Ground beef temperature: Cooking ground beef to perfection is an art form. Ensure it reaches a safe internal temperature and savor the juicy deliciousness without any worries. This is especially important if you're reheating burgers for earlier. Make sure the burger reaches 72°C/165°F. Safety first, flavor always!
Other burger bowl toppings: Want to add a little crunch? Try crispy bacon. Craving creaminess? Slice up some creamy avocado. The possibilities are endless, and your taste buds are the guide. Check the full post for more toppings and additions to add to your healthy burger bowls.
Meal prep: For those days when time is not your ally, prep your ingredients ahead of time. Chop those veggies, pre-cook the beef or use leftover burgers, and have your special sauce at the ready. This way, you can create a burger bowl in minutes when the craving strikes.

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