Elevate your mealtime with these delicious and nutritious burger bowls! Packed with protein, fiber, and fresh veggies, these bowls are a satisfying and totally customizable meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch, these burger bowls are sure to become a new family favorite.
We love setting out the toppings and allowing everyone to build their own bowl. You can even switch up the protein and veggies!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Healthy and Delicious: Packed with protein, fiber, and fresh veggies, these burger bowls are a guilt-free way to enjoy a burger.
- Customizable: Tailor your bowl to your taste preferences with a variety of toppings and sauces.
- Quick and Easy: This recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Cook the burger patties in advance and assemble the bowls throughout the week.
- Check out these Chicken Burgers for another delicious dinner recipe.
Ingredients & Substitutes
Here are the ingredients and substitutions for these healthy burger bowls. Scroll down to the recipe card below for the full recipe.
First, use either ground turkey or ground beef. If desired, ground pork and chicken work well too.
Cook the meat in olive oil or avocado oil.
Season the ground meat with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
For the base of the burger bowls, use arugula, spinach, or lettuce.
Top your bowls with sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, onion, pickles, and any other veggies.
For the creamy burger sauce, use plain Greek yogurt. Mix with mustard, sugar free ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and honey or maple syrup. Stir until creamy.
Taste & Texture
The juicy burger patties, crisp veggies, and creamy sauce create a delicious combination of flavors and textures.
These bowls taste like burgers without the bun.
You can easily customize your burger bowls to your liking.
How to Make
Step 1
Cook the Burger Patties: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey or beef, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Form the mixture into 4 burger patties.
Step 2
Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive or avocado oil over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and browned on the outside.
Step 3
Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.
Step 4
Assemble the Bowls: In 4 individual bowls, divide the mixed greens. Top each bowl with a cooked burger patty, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion, pickles, shredded carrots, and cheese (if using).
Step 5
Drizzle the Sauce: Spoon the yogurt-mustard sauce over each burger bowl and serve immediately.
Expert Tips for Success
Follow these tips and tricks to make the best burger bowls.
Lean Protein: Opt for lean ground turkey or beef to reduce calorie and fat content.
Fresh Veggies: Use a variety of colorful vegetables to add nutrients and flavor.
Flavorful Sauce: Customize the sauce with your favorite herbs and spices.
Meal Prep: Cook the burger patties in advance and store them in the fridge for easy assembly.
Flavor Variations & Add-Ins
Check out these flavor variations for your burger bowls.
Protein: Swap ground beef or turkey for chicken, fish, or a plant-based alternative.
Veggies: Add your favorite veggies like bell peppers, mushrooms, or corn.
Grains: Incorporate quinoa, brown rice, or sweet potatoes for extra carbs.
Sauce: Experiment with different sauces like tahini dressing, spicy mayo, or balsamic vinaigrette.
How to Serve & Store
Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes like sweet potato fries or a side salad.
Store leftover burger patties in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat before assembling the bowls.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Absolutely! Swap the ground meat for plant-based protein like lentils, chickpeas, or tofu. Use a dairy-free yogurt and cheese alternative to make the dish completely vegan.
Yes, you can cook the burger patties in advance and store them in the fridge. Assemble the bowls just before serving.
Incorporate cooked quinoa, brown rice, or roasted sweet potatoes for an extra boost of carbohydrates.
Equipment Needed
Large Nonstick Skillet: This nonstick skillet is large enough for this burger bowl recipe.
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Burger Bowls
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey or lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or lettuce)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- ¼ cup pickles (chopped)
- ¼ cup crumbled feta or dairy-free cheese (optional)
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon ketchup (low-sugar if possible)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Burger Patties: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey or beef, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Form the mixture into 4 burger patties.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive or avocado oil over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and browned on the outside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.
- Assemble the Bowls: In 4 individual bowls, divide the mixed greens. Top each bowl with a cooked burger patty, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion, pickles, shredded carrots, and cheese (if using).
- Drizzle the Sauce: Spoon the yogurt-mustard sauce over each burger bowl and serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap ground turkey or beef with chicken or even a plant-based alternative for a lighter or vegetarian option.
- If you want extra carbs, add quinoa, brown rice, or sweet potato to your bowl for a more filling meal.
- For a different flavor, try a tahini dressing, spicy mayo, or a balsamic vinaigrette in place of the yogurt-mustard sauce.
- Cook the burger patties in advance and store them in the fridge for easy assembly throughout the week.
- Omit the cheese and use a dairy-free yogurt for the sauce to make the dish completely dairy-free and still delicious!
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Nutrition Facts
Nutrition FactsBurger BowlsAmount Per ServingCalories 309 Calories from Fat 153% Daily Value*Fat 17g26%Saturated Fat 4g25%Trans Fat 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat 2gMonounsaturated Fat 10gCholesterol 71mg24%Sodium 213mg9%Potassium 861mg25%Carbohydrates 12g4%Fiber 4g17%Sugar 4g4%Protein 28g56%Vitamin A 853IU17%Vitamin C 24mg29%Calcium 53mg5%Iron 4mg22%* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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