Description
Indulge in the flavors of a classic burger without the bun with our Burger Salad Bowl with Special Sauce Dressing. This vibrant dish combines seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy dressing that brings all the satisfaction of your favorite burger into a healthy salad format. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this recipe is easy to customize with your favorite toppings. Enjoy a delightful mix of textures and tastes that will impress your family and friends while keeping your meals light and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 12 oz romaine lettuce
- 1 cup chopped grape tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 3/4 cup diced dill pickles
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp light mayo
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp pickle juice
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook until browned.
- In a mixing bowl, combine light mayo, ketchup, pickle juice, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the special sauce.
- In a serving bowl, layer romaine lettuce as the base. Top with cooked beef, tomatoes, red onion, shredded cheese (optional), and dill pickles.
- Drizzle the special sauce dressing over the top and serve immediately or pack for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your salad with additional toppings like avocado or jalapeños for extra flavor. Keep ingredients fresh by storing them separately until ready to serve.