Description
This low-carb, high-protein burger bowl delivers all the delicious flavors of a classic burger—without the bun! Perfect for those following a gluten-free or keto lifestyle, this dish is packed with fresh veggies, lean protein, and a creamy homemade sauce. Whether you’re meal prepping or looking for a quick weeknight dinner, this Healthy Burger Bowl is sure to satisfy your cravings while keeping things healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
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For the Beef:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Burger Sauce:
- 4 tbsp sour cream
- 4 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Veggies & Bowl Assembly:
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ red onion, sliced
- 2 large pickles, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
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Cook the Beef:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and season with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula until browned. Remove excess liquid and set aside.
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Make the Burger Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
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Assemble the Bowls:
- In four serving bowls, layer chopped romaine lettuce as the base.
- Top each bowl with cooked ground beef, avocado slices, red onion, pickles, and cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with burger sauce and season with extra salt and black pepper, if needed.
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Serve & Enjoy!
Notes
- Make it Dairy-Free: Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt or a dairy-free alternative.
- Spicy Kick: Add sriracha or hot sauce to the burger sauce.
- Extra Crunch: Sprinkle crispy bacon bits or crushed pork rinds on top.
- Low-Fat Option: Use extra-lean ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg