Description
Looking for a nutritious meal that satisfies cravings without the heaviness of traditional burgers? This Healthy Burger in a Bowl is a delicious twist on the classic dish. Packed with lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful sauce, this low-carb, high-protein bowl makes an ideal choice for lunch or dinner. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings and perfect for busy weeknights. Enjoy all the flavors of your favorite burger while keeping your meal guilt-free!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 4 tbsp sour cream
- 4 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp maple syrup
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1/2 red onion (sliced)
- 2 large pickles (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add lean ground beef and season with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Prepare the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Assemble Your Bowls: Start with chopped romaine lettuce as the base in each bowl. Top with cooked ground beef followed by sliced avocado, red onion, pickles, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle each bowl with the prepared sauce and add extra seasoning if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out ground beef for turkey or lamb for different flavor profiles. Add extra crunch by serving with vegetable chips or toasted nuts. For a vegetarian version, replace beef with lentils or chickpeas.