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Low Carb Cheeseburger Bowls - A Fast, Flavor-Packed Weeknight Meal

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80–90% lean)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil (if needed)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional but great)
  • 1–2 tsp yellow mustard (to mix with the beef)
  • 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup dill pickles, chopped or sliced
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or sliced American for classic flavor)
  • 1 small avocado, diced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for that “burger bun” vibe)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tbsp dill pickle relish (or finely chopped pickles)
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Pinch of salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar-free ketchup, mustard, relish, vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust. Chill while you prep the rest.
  2. Prep the veggies: Chop the lettuce, slice the tomatoes and onions, and dice the pickles. Set out your cheese and optional avocado.
  3. Cook the beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add oil if your beef is very lean. Crumble in the ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned with crisp edges, 6–8 minutes.
  4. Season it right: Stir in salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Add 1–2 teaspoons mustard and cook 30 seconds more. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Build the bowls: Divide lettuce into 4 bowls. Top with warm beef, tomatoes, onions, pickles, and cheese. Add avocado if using.
  6. Finish with sauce: Drizzle the burger sauce over the top. Sprinkle sesame seeds for a fun touch. Serve immediately while the beef is hot and the lettuce is crisp.