Description
These fully loaded Burger Bowls are packed with seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, creamy guacamole, and a homemade special sauce. A delicious low-carb alternative to classic burgers that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil or refined coconut oil
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup (or 1 tablespoon coconut aminos)
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
- 2 teaspoons dried minced onion
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- Pinch salt
- 2 medium avocados
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 small heads romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup pickle chips
- 8-10 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
Instructions
- Mix the ground beef with garlic powder and salt.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the beef until browned and crumbled.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, maple syrup, pickle relish, dried onion, red pepper flakes, and salt to make the special sauce.
- Mash the avocados with lemon juice and salt to make the quick guacamole.
- Remove the cooked beef from the skillet and lightly char the sliced red onions.
- Divide the chopped romaine lettuce among four serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with the cooked beef, tomatoes, pickles, bacon, charred onions, and guacamole.
- Drizzle generously with the special sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
- For Whole30, replace maple syrup with 1 tablespoon coconut aminos.
- Lime juice can be used instead of lemon juice in the guacamole.
- Add cheese, jalapeños, or avocado slices for extra toppings if desired.
- Store the sauce separately and assemble bowls just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American