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Healthy Burger in a Bowl Recipe

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This Healthy Burger in a Bowl recipe offers a low-carb, nutritious twist on the classic burger by serving all the flavors and toppings in a fresh romaine lettuce bowl. Featuring lean ground beef seasoned with garlic, onion, and Italian herbs, topped with creamy avocado, tangy pickles, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and a flavorful homemade burger sauce, it’s perfect for a quick, satisfying meal ready in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients

For the Bowl

  • 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)
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • 1/2 red onion (sliced)
  • 2 large pickles (sliced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

For the Burger Sauce

  • 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
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the lean ground beef. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook the beef, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Drain Excess Liquid: Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and carefully drain any excess liquid from the beef to keep the mixture moist but not watery.
  3. Prepare the Burger Sauce: In a small bowl, combine sour cream, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and maple syrup. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended. Adjust salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the chopped romaine lettuce evenly into four bowls. Top each with a portion of the cooked ground beef. Arrange sliced avocado, red onion, pickles, and halved cherry tomatoes on top for a fresh and colorful presentation.
  5. Finish with Sauce: Drizzle the prepared burger sauce over each bowl. Add a final sprinkle of salt and black pepper to enhance all the flavors before serving.

Notes

  • For a lower sodium version, reduce or omit soy sauce in the burger sauce and use low-sodium ketchup.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for lean beef for variety.
  • Add shredded cheese on top if you want extra richness and are not avoiding dairy.
  • If you want more texture, lightly toast the lettuce leaves before chopping.
  • This recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner and can be prepared in under 20 minutes.

Find it online: https://justsosavory.com/healthy-burger-in-a-bowl-recipe/