Description
This Healthy Burger in a Bowl recipe offers a flavorful, low-carb twist on the classic burger by serving all the delicious components in a bowl without the bun. Made with lean ground beef seasoned and sautéed to perfection, fresh chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, red onion, pickles, and creamy avocado, all topped with a tangy yogurt-based sauce. Ideal for a quick, nutritious meal that satisfies burger cravings while keeping it wholesome and gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Seasoning
- 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean or higher)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Vegetables and Toppings
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup dill pickle slices
- 1 avocado, sliced
Sauce
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
- Prepare the Sauce: While the beef cooks, whisk together Greek yogurt, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, and water until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide chopped romaine lettuce evenly between four bowls. Top each bowl with the cooked ground beef, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, diced red onion, dill pickle slices, and sliced avocado.
- Add Sauce and Serve: Drizzle the prepared yogurt-based burger sauce over each bowl and serve immediately for a fresh and satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or plant-based crumbles as alternative protein options.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, omit the cheddar cheese and use a dairy-free yogurt for the sauce.
- This bowl pairs well with a side of roasted vegetables or sweet potato fries for added variety.
- Adjust the seasoning on the beef to your taste preferences, adding more or less salt and spices as desired.
