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A delicious plate of Better Than Takeout Cheeseburger Bowls

Better Than Takeout Cheeseburger Bowls

These cheeseburger bowls are a delicious, healthier alternative to takeout, perfect for meal prep and easy to customize with your favorite toppings!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 454 g Ground Beef (90/10 or leaner) Lean alternatives include ground turkey or chicken.
  • 15 ml Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 75 g Diced Yellow Onion Shallots may be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 240 g Shredded Lettuce Romaine or iceberg; romaine holds up well for meal prep.
  • 2 large Diced Tomatoes
  • 75 g Diced Pickles Dill preferred.
  • 75 g Diced Red Onion Soaking in cold water can mellow its sharpness.
  • 120 g Shredded Cheddar Cheese Sharp, freshly shredded; substitute with plant-based cheese for dairy-free.
  • 4 strips Cooked Bacon Crumble after cooking.
  • 60 ml Mayonnaise Avocado oil mayo or Greek yogurt can be used.
  • 15 ml Ketchup Sugar-free preferred.
  • 15 ml Yellow Mustard
  • 5 ml Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Toast bacon in the oven at 400°F for 15-18 minutes until crispy. Set aside to cool, then prep your veggies while it bakes.
  2. Sauté ground beef and diced yellow onion in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, then drain excess fat.
  3. Season beef mixture with salt and pepper while it's still warm and set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder until smooth to create your creamy burger sauce.
  5. Assemble bowls by layering shredded lettuce, beef mixture, tomatoes, red onion, pickles, cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon.
  6. Store burger sauce separately to keep everything fresh and crisp. Refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Notes

Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences or what you have on hand. These bowls are great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for a few days.