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Quick Low-Carb Cheeseburger Bowl with Tangy Sauce

A close-up view of a cheeseburger bowl featuring seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and a drizzle of pink sauce over shredded lettuce.
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Make a deconstructed cheeseburger in a bowl. This recipe uses seasoned ground beef over lettuce with a homemade tangy sauce, perfect for a fast, low-carb weeknight dinner 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 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup dill pickle chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion (optional)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • For the Tangy Burger Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup (use low-sugar or keto alternative if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Mix well until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Season the beef: In a medium bowl, mix the ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Form into small, bite-sized crumbles or small patties, depending on your preference.
  3. Cook the beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Assemble the bowls: Divide the shredded lettuce evenly among four bowls. Top the lettuce with the cooked ground beef mixture.
  5. Add toppings: Distribute the shredded cheddar cheese, pickle chips, and chopped onion (if using) over the beef in each bowl.
  6. Serve: Drizzle the tangy burger sauce generously over the ingredients in each bowl. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for meal prep.

Notes

  • For a keto meal plan delivery option, skip the ketchup or substitute it with a keto-friendly version to keep the carb count low.
  • You can swap ground beef for ground turkey or ground chicken if desired.
  • These bowls are excellent for meal prep; store the sauce separately and add it just before eating to keep the lettuce crisp.
  • If you are looking for a gluten free burger option, this bowl format works perfectly.

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