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Giving the Classic Comfort Food A Healthier Twist with Burger in a Bowl

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Craving a burger but aiming for a healthier option? Enter the “Burger in a Bowl”—an ingenious twist on the classic burger that offers all the savory satisfaction without the bun.

Americans consume nearly 50 billion burgers each year—an average of three burgers per person every week!1 This is why the Burger in a Bowl is an innovative dish that combines juicy ground beef, crisp veggies, and tangy sauces into a refreshing bowl-based meal. It cuts down on unnecessary carbs and calories while still delivering all the flavors you love​.

Making it low-calorie, low carb, gluten-free, high in protein, and ready to eat in just twenty minutes.

Why You’ll Love It

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  1. Healthy and Satisfying: Unlike a traditional burger, this bowl is packed with nutrient-rich vegetables, making it a wholesome choice. You’ll get all the protein from the beef and added vitamins and minerals from the veggies.
  2. Quick and Easy: Perfect for busy weeknights, the Burger in a Bowl comes together in just about 20 minutes. It’s a stress-free way to enjoy a home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
  3. Customizable: From toppings to dressings, you can tailor your Burger in a Bowl to your liking. Add avocado for some healthy fats, sprinkle on some cheese, or keep it light with a squeeze of lemon. The possibilities are endless.

Burger in a Bowl

This quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights and offers endless customization to suit your taste preferences. It's a satisfying meal that delivers all the mouthwatering elements of a burger, without the bun.
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Prep Time 13 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 360 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ground Beef

  • 1 lb ground beef lean
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Salad

  • 4 cups Romain lettuce or mixed greens chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup pickles sliced
  • 1/2 cup cheese (optional) shredded
  • 1 pc avocado diced

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup favorite dressing or a mixture of mayo, mustard, and ketchup

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Ground Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Season the beef with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir occasionally, ensuring the beef browns evenly and cooks through completely. Once done, remove from heat and set aside.
  • Prepare the Salad Ingredients: While the beef is cooking, rinse and chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and dice the avocado. Arrange these ingredients into separate bowls for easy assembly.
  • Assemble the Bowl: Begin by placing a generous amount of chopped lettuce at the bottom of your serving bowls. Add a portion of the cooked ground beef on top. Layer with cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, pickles, and shredded cheese if you like. Top with diced avocado.
  • Add the Dressing: Drizzle your chosen dressing over the assembled bowl. For a classic burger flavor, you can mix together equal parts mayo, mustard, and ketchup for a homemade special sauce.
  • Serve: Gently toss all the ingredients together to combine. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, hearty flavors of your Burger in a Bowl.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 26gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 6.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.7gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 1227mgPotassium: 958.3mgFiber: 5.5gSugar: 7.7gCalcium: 96mgIron: 3.6mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Source:

  1. https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/takeextinctionoffyourplate/pdfs/BurgerFactsheet.pdf

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