Description
A delicious and healthy take on classic smash burgers, combining hearty ingredients with fresh components for a guilt-free meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef (or ground turkey or plant-based crumbles)
- 4 medium Red Potatoes (or riced cauliflower for low-carb)
- 1 medium Onion (diced, caramelized)
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Colby Jack or pepper jack)
- 1/2 cup Mayo (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 cup Ketchup (low-sugar)
- 1 tbsp Mustard (Dijon for a twist)
- 1 tbsp Cajun Seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup Pickles (or cucumbers)
- 2 cups Lettuce (any mix of leafy greens)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the potatoes. If using red potatoes, wash them well and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a pot, cover with water, and boil until tender, about 15-20 minutes. If using riced cauliflower, simply steam it according to package instructions.
- While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the ground beef (or your protein choice). In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. If using ground turkey or plant-based crumbles, follow the same steps.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté until caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the beef is fully cooked, stir in the Cajun seasoning and combine well for added flavor.
- To assemble the bowl, start with a base of the cooked potatoes or riced cauliflower. Add a generous portion of the seasoned beef on top.
- Next, layer on the caramelized onions, followed by a handful of lettuce.
- Top the bowl with shredded cheese, pickles, and a drizzle of mayo mixed with mustard and ketchup for that classic burger flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the savory experience of a burger in a bowl!
Notes
For variations, try a low carb version with riced cauliflower or a vegan option with lentils or chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg