Bunless Burger Bowl

Name: Bunless Burger Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 500 g ground beef (85% lean); 0.5 tsp salt (for patties); 1 pinch black pepper (freshly ground); 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp oil (for cooking patties); 300 g lettuce (chopped or shredded); 2 pcs tomato (medium, diced); 1 pcs onion (small, thinly sliced); 4 pcs pickles (dill pickle spears, chopped); 120 g cheddar cheese (shredded); 0.25 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp ketchup; 1 tsp mustard (yellow mustard); 1 tsp white vinegar; 1 pinch smoked paprika (for sauce)

RATING

0.0/5

TASTE SCORE

9/10

All the juicy, savory satisfaction of a classic cheeseburger, served up in a fresh, vibrant bowl. Seasoned beef patties are seared to perfection, sliced, and layered over crisp lettuce with ripe tomatoes, tangy pickles, and a drizzle of special burger sauce. A quick, low-carb dinner that delivers big backyard barbecue flavor without the bun.

PREP

10m

COOK

12m

SERVES

1 CUP

687 cal

SERVINGS

METHOD · 4 STEPS

mix · ~2 min
Make the burger sauce.
1.In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, white vinegar, and a pinch of smoked paprika.
2.Stir until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
prep · ~3 min
Form and season the burger patties.
1.Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions (125g each).
2.Gently shape each into a patty slightly larger than your ideal size — they will shrink as they cook.
3.Press a shallow dimple into the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent puffing.
4.Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
TIPDon't overwork the meat — it makes the patties tough. Handle them as little as possible.
grill · ~10 min
Cook the patties.
1.Heat a grill pan or heavy skillet over medium-high heat and brush lightly with oil.
2.Place the patties on the hot pan and cook for 4 minutes without moving them.
3.Flip and cook for another 4 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for medium.
4.Top each patty with shredded cheddar cheese, cover the pan for 1 minute, and let the cheese melt.
TIPA nice dark-brown crust is where the flavor lives — resist the urge to move the patties too early.
assemble · ~2 min
Assemble the bowls.
1.Divide the chopped lettuce evenly among 4 serving bowls.
2.Slice each cooked cheeseburger patty into strips and place on top of the lettuce.
3.Scatter diced tomatoes, sliced onions, and chopped pickles over each bowl.
4.Drizzle the burger sauce over everything and serve immediately.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Use 85% lean ground beef for the best balance of flavor and juiciness without excess grease.
2
Press a dimple in each patty center to prevent them from puffing up into balls during cooking.
3
Let the patties rest for 2 minutes after cooking before slicing to retain juices.
4
For extra crunch, toast the lettuce in a dry pan for 30 seconds before assembling.
5
Make the burger sauce up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate for deeper flavor melding.
6
Chill sliced onions in ice water for 10 minutes to mellow their bite.

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