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Ultimate Low-Carb Cheeseburger Bowl with Secret Burger Sauce

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Make a deconstructed cheeseburger in a bowl. This recipe uses seasoned ground beef, fresh toppings, and a homemade sauce for a quick, high-protein, low-carb dinner perfect for weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 4 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup dill pickle slices
  • For the Secret Burger Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, relish, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika. Mix well until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Cook the beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine the ground beef, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Break the meat apart with a spoon and cook until fully browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Melt the cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Place the cheese slices directly on top of the cooked beef. Cover the skillet for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese melts completely over the meat.
  4. Assemble the bowls: Divide the shredded lettuce evenly between four serving bowls. Spoon the cheesy ground beef mixture over the lettuce base in each bowl.
  5. Add toppings: Top each bowl with diced tomatoes, diced red onion, and pickle slices.
  6. Serve: Drizzle a generous amount of the secret burger sauce over the toppings. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For meal prep, store the cooked beef mixture, sauce, and fresh toppings separately. Assemble just before eating to keep the lettuce crisp.
  • Swap ground beef for ground turkey or ground chicken for a lighter option.
  • If you prefer a different base, use 1 cup of cooked white rice or cauliflower rice instead of lettuce.
  • For a keto cheeseburger bowl, skip the ketchup in the sauce and use a sugar-free alternative or extra mustard.

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