Burger Bowls Low Carb (Printable)
Fresh low-carb twist on classic cheeseburger flavors with seasoned beef, crisp vegetables, and creamy sauce.
# What You'll Need:
→ Ground Beef
01 - 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
02 - 1 tsp salt
03 - ½ tsp ground black pepper
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
→ Vegetables & Toppings
06 - 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
09 - ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
10 - 1 cup dill pickle slices
11 - 1 avocado, diced
→ Burger Sauce
12 - ⅓ cup mayonnaise
13 - 2 tbsp ketchup
14 - 1 tbsp yellow mustard
15 - 1 tbsp dill pickle relish
16 - 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
17 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
18 - Pinch of salt and pepper
# Directions:
01 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Break up meat and stir occasionally until browned and cooked through, approximately 7–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
03 - Evenly distribute chopped romaine lettuce among four large serving bowls to create the base layer.
04 - Top each bowl with equal portions of cooked ground beef, cherry tomatoes, cheddar cheese, red onion slices, pickle slices, and diced avocado.
05 - Drizzle each bowl with prepared burger sauce just before serving. Serve immediately while components are fresh.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- All the satisfaction of a juicy cheeseburger without the post-meal carb crash that leaves you napping on the couch
- Perfect for those nights when you want something comforting but fresh enough to not feel heavy
02 -
- Drain the beef after cooking or you'll end up with a puddle at the bottom of your bowl
- The sauce tastes better after sitting for 10 minutes so make it first
03 -
- Warm your bowls slightly in the oven before serving to keep everything cozy
- Let the beef rest for a couple of minutes off the heat to redistribute the juices