This quick and easy Burger Bowl is a great option for an easy dinner! Made with real, simple ingredients, these bowls of goodness come together quickly and are packed with so much flavor. The whole family is going to love creating their own burger bowls any way they want with all your favorite toppings!
The Best Burger Bowl
Does anything scream summer more than a burger!? Nope! And if you are looking for something lighter but has the flavors of a grilled burger, this is the recipe for you! So easy and quick to throw together, these healthy burger bowls are perfect for your next family dinner. We have even made these bowls with a leftover burger patty that we made earlier in the week! Just reheat, break them up over a bowl, and enjoy in a whole new way. And that homemade burger sauce is going to have to coming back for more!
Looking for More Burger Recipes?
If you love a good burger twist as much as we do, you definitely need to try our Big Mac Salad!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Flavor – these loaded burger bowls really pack a ton of flavor into one bowl! It is going to wake-up ALL your tastebuds.
- A spin on a cookout staple – this is perfect for mixing up those traditional cookout recipes that are on repeat all summer long!
- The Sauce – let me repeat – THE SAUCE – I’m telling you the special sauce on this burger bowl makes the dish and it is out of this world!
What You Will Need
- ground beef – high-quality ground beef from your local grocery store or butcher shop – it’s worth it! Option to use ground turkey, but we definitely prefer beef.
- kosher salt & pepper – because you always gotta add a little bit!
- yellow onion – we are using these to make some caramelized onions – they really take these bowls to the next level.
- garlic powder + onion powder – simple seasonings that are a great flavor combo!
- butter lettuce – you could also use romaine lettuce, iceburg lettuce, or really any other kind of mixed greens.
- juicy tomatoes – any type of tomatoes would work here, but we love grape tomatoes!
- red onion – love the little punch of flavor these add.
- burger pickles – small burger slices give it that classic tangy flavor that we know and love about pickles.
- crispy bacon – love cooking our bacon in the oven – so easy and less mess (you could sub turkey bacon too)!
- avocado (optional) – you know we are always adding avocado when we can.
- special burger sauce – we love this burger sauce so much – included in the recipe card below.
How To Make A Burger Bowl
The first steps to making this easy recipe are to mix the special sauce ingredients together.
Now, it’s time to caramelize the onions. This is completely optional step but one that will add some much great flavor to the end result.
Next, bring a large skillet to a medium heat and brown the hamburger meat with the seasonings.
Then divide all the salad ingredients into individual bowls and drizzle lots of that creamy sauce on top! Everyone can build their burger bowl any way they want with your own toppings!
Recipe FAQs and Tips
- Paleo Mayo: here is a homemade version of paleo mayo we love or pick-up a store-bought version!
- Whole30/Paleo: make sure you check the ingredients for your mayo, ketchup, and pickles when making this healthy bowl.
- Meal Prep: ingredients could be chopped or cooked ahead of time and stored in the fridge until ready to assemble – just keep the hot ingredients separate from the cold ones.
- Versatile: we have included our favorite burger toppings in this recipe but feel free to add or substitute any of your own favorites!
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Burger Bowl
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 burger bowls 1x
- Category: Dinner/Entree
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American
Description
An easy and delicious burger bowl recipe! Comes together quickly and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Special Sauce:
- 1/2 cup paleo mayo
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon dill pickles, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon pickle juice
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (more if you desire after tasting)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut aminos
- 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
Caramelized Onion:
- 1 sweet yellow onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Burger Bowls
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2–4 cups butter lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2–4 slices purple onion
- 4 pieces bacon, cooked and roughly chopped
- 8 burger pickles
- (optional) 1 avocado, sliced
Instructions
- Make Special Sauce: Combine ingredients in a small bowl; Stir to combine. Set aside until the remaining ingredients are ready.
- Caramelized Onions: Bring large cast iron skillet to medium-high heat. Add olive oil and move it around so that the entire pan is coated. Add onions and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Move onions around the pan and bring heat down to medium heat once onions start to cook down. Continue cooking onions for 15-30 minutes, turning heat down as necessary, until they start to turn golden brown. Set aside until the rest of the meal is ready.
- Cook Beef: Bring large cast iron skillet to medium high heat. Add ground beef, kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir to combine and continue cooking until meat is cooked through. Pour off any excess grease. Taste and adjust any seasonings, as desired.
- Build Bowls: Divide the lettuce, tomatoes, purple onion, bacon, pickles, and avocado between two bowls. Then divide the cooked hamburger and caramelized onions between the two bowls.
- Serve: Top with as much Special Sauce as you want and enjoy!
Notes
- Paleo Mayo: here is a homemade version of paleo mayo we love!
- Whole30/Paleo: just check your ingredients in your mayo, ketchup, and pickles!
- Storage: leftover burger bowl ingredients can be kept in separate airtight containers in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 equal portioned bowls
- Calories: 464
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 1251 mg
- Fat: 27.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 24.1 g
- Protein: 30.4 g
- Cholesterol: 106.3 mg
Originally published April 22, 2021.
Tanya mantle says
Everyone loved it. I added some fresh sautéed chanterelles that my son picked. We will make again.
Joan Kartak says
Absolutely delicious, will be making it often!
Bridget Montag says
So glad you loved it! Thanks for leaving a review, Joan!
Whitney Stockton says
Made these tonight and they were so dang delicious! The sauce definitely takes this recipe ober the top. Love how it’s not only healthier than a burger yet so dang delicious. This is now a staple in our home.
Karen says
I used ground turkey and omitted the ketchup from the special sauce. So good!
Sandra Valdez says
This meal was so good. Made it with turkey since I don’t eat beef. I also added sweet potato fries. Will definitely be making it again.
Michelle Burns says
My family loved this!
Tammy says
Loved this recipe
So easy to follow and was very flavoursome
All the elements of a good burger without feeling too unhealthy
The sauce is a MUST!
Will be repeated frequently in our house
Erin says
Love to hear that, Tammy! Thank you for coming back to leave a review!
Taylor says
My husband and I (but particularly my husband) are obsessed with these burger bowls!! They are delicious, filling, and super easy to make! An absolute win of a recipe!