Description

This satisfying cheeseburger bowl features seasoned ground beef, pan-seared to a tender finish, complemented by a creamy, tangy burger sauce. It is served alongside crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and creamy avocado slices, all resting on a bed of fluffy cauliflower rice. This dish offers a balanced combination of savory flavors and varied textures, making for a complete and enjoyable meal.

Ingredients

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For the Ground Beef:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound (450g) lean ground beef
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Burger Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Pinch of salt
For the Bowls:
4 cups cooked cauliflower rice (or regular rice)
4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 cup diced cherry tomatoes
1 large avocado, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

**Prepare the Burger Sauce:** In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, dill pickle relish, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Set aside.
**Cook the Ground Beef:** Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spoon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
**Season the Beef:** Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper into the cooked ground beef. Continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to become fragrant. Remove from heat.
**Assemble the Bowls:** Divide the cooked cauliflower rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each portion of rice with the seasoned ground beef.
**Add Toppings:** Arrange the shredded romaine lettuce, diced cherry tomatoes, and sliced avocado alongside the ground beef in each bowl.
**Serve:** Drizzle generously with the prepared burger sauce over the ground beef and toppings. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For meal preparation, store the burger sauce separately and add it just before serving to maintain the freshness of the vegetables.

Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a lean alternative to ground beef in this recipe.

Adjust the amount of smoked paprika in the burger sauce for a deeper flavor, or add a dash of hot sauce for a spicier kick.

Leftover components can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 520
Fat: 38g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 35g