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Delicious Burger Bowls featuring fresh ingredients and vibrant toppings

Burger Bowls

Cozy and customizable, these Burger Bowls capture all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger without the bun, featuring lean ground beef, brown rice, and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef Using lean ground beef keeps the bowls less greasy.
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice Brown rice adds a nutty texture; substitute with quinoa if desired.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Add bright acidity; replace with diced roma tomatoes or roasted red peppers as needed.
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce Store separately to keep crisp.
  • ½ cup sliced pickles Store separately to maintain crispness.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Mix into rice and beef for melty cheese.

Sauce Ingredients

  • ¼ cup ketchup Mix with mustard for the sauce.
  • 2 tbsp mustard Mix with ketchup for the sauce.

Optional Ingredients

  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for drizzling Optional for extra flavor.
  • Worcestershire sauce, for added depth Optional for extra flavor.
  • Garlic powder, for seasoning Optional for extra flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Prepare brown rice according to package instructions (approximately 30 minutes total). Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  • While the rice is cooking, halve the cherry tomatoes, shred the lettuce, and slice the pickles into bite-sized pieces.

Cooking the Beef

  • In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if using fattier beef.
  • Check the internal temperature with a thermometer; ground beef should reach 160°F.

Assembly

  • Layer 1/2 cup of cooked brown rice into each bowl.
  • Top with cooked ground beef, followed by shredded lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced pickles, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  • For melty cheese, place bowls under the broiler for 30–60 seconds.

Making the Sauce

  • In a small bowl, mix ketchup and mustard until smooth. Adjust flavors as desired.
  • Drizzle sauce over the assembled bowls and serve immediately.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with cooked lentils. For a spicy kick, stir sriracha into the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g
Keyword Burger Bowls, Cheeseburger Bowl, Comfort Food, Customizable Meal, Healthy Dinner
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