Burger Salad Bowl with Special Sauce Dressing
A savory, fresh salad that combines seasoned beef with crunchy romaine, tangy pickles, melty cheddar, and a creamy special sauce for a satisfying meal without the bun.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef (halal-certified if preferred) Choose 90/10 for less grease or 85/15 for more flavor.
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 oz romaine lettuce, chopped Wash and dry thoroughly.
- 1 cup chopped grape tomatoes
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ½ – 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Add according to preference.
- ¾ cup diced dill pickles
For the Special Sauce Dressing
- 2 tbsp light mayo
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp pickle juice Can add more for extra tang.
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
Preparation
- Dice the yellow onion, mince the garlic, chop tomatoes, dice the red onion and pickles, and shred the cheddar if needed. Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and chop or tear into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
Cooking
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the hot skillet. Sauté for about 4–6 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, break it up with a spatula, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned, about 7–10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine mayo, ketchup, pickle juice, onion powder, and garlic powder to make the dressing. Season with salt and pepper.
Assembly
- Place the chopped romaine lettuce in a large salad bowl. Top with the warm beef, followed by tomatoes, red onion, pickles, and cheddar cheese.
- Drizzle the special sauce dressing over the salad and serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftover components separately for best texture. Keep cooked beef in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g
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