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Healthy burger bowl recipe with ground beef, avocado, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, red onions, and creamy sauce in a white ceramic bowl

Best Burger Bowl Recipe for a Quick & Healthy Dinner

A savory combination of seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, fresh veggies, and a tangy dressing—this burger bowl recipe merges the hearty taste of a classic burger with the freshness of a salad.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. Ground Beef 85% lean
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp Garlic Powder
  • ½ tsp Onion Powder
  • 4 –5 cups Lettuce chopped
  • 1 –2 Tomatoes diced
  • ½ small Onion sliced
  • ½ cup Shredded Cheese

Healthy Burger Sauce

  • ¼ cup Greek Yogurt
  • 1 tsp Mustard
  • 1 tsp Ketchup
  • Pinch of Salt and Pepper

Optional: Avocado, Pickles, Bell Peppers, Cucumber, Roasted Veggies

Instructions
 

  • Brown the Ground Beef: Warm a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up into smaller pieces. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook until fully browned.
  • Drain: If excess fat collects, carefully drain it off.
  • Prepare the Base: Chop lettuce and place in serving bowls. Add diced tomatoes, sliced onion, or other preferred veggies.
  • Mix the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mustard, ketchup, and seasonings. Adjust flavors as needed.
  • Assemble: Top the lettuce with the cooked beef, cheese, and any additional toppings. Drizzle with the sauce.

Notes

Check the internal temperature of ground beef to ensure it reaches at least 160°F, following USDA guidelines.
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