Deconstructed Burger Bowls
A satisfying bowl featuring the classic flavors of a cheeseburger without the bun, including juicy beef, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese.
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
Bowl Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 head lettuce rinsed and torn into bite-sized pieces
- 2 pieces ripe tomatoes diced
- 1 cup sliced dill pickles A generous handful
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Other types can also be used
- 1 piece onion thinly sliced
- salt to taste
- freshly cracked pepper to taste
- 1 splash olive oil For the skillet
Instructions
Cooking Ground Beef
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle in olive oil until it shimmers.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up and allowing it to brown without crowding the pan for caramelization.
- Season the meat generously with salt and pepper while cooking.
- When the beef is nearly done, stir in the sliced onion and let it soften and absorb some beef flavor.
Assembly
- In shallow bowls, arrange the torn lettuce as a base.
- Scatter the diced tomatoes and pickles on top.
- Pile the warm beef and onions over the vegetables.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously on top so it melts into the warm meat.
- Optionally, drizzle with a little olive oil and add an extra pinch of salt.
Notes
Keep the lettuce dry before assembling for better texture. This bowl is flexible: swap beef for turkey or plant-based crumbles, add a fried egg on top, or mix in mustard for an extra kick. Store components separately for best freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcal
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