Description
This Cheeseburger Bowls recipe features savory ground beef cooked with diced onions and seasoned with classic spices, all topped with fresh romaine, cheddar cheese, and vibrant vegetables. The highlight is the copycat Big Mac sauce, a creamy and tangy blend that perfectly complements the burger flavors. A perfect low-carb, easy-to-make meal served with optional potato wedges or fries for added comfort.
Ingredients
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Big Mac Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup dill pickle relish
- 2 tablespoons finely minced white onion (or dried minced onion)
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Burger
- 1/2 cup diced white onion
- 1 lb. lean ground beef
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Toppings
- Chopped romaine lettuce
- Freshly grated cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- Sliced cherry tomatoes
- Sliced dill pickles
- Cooked potato wedges or French fries
- Sliced red onion (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Big Mac Sauce: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, dill pickle relish, finely minced white onion, yellow mustard, paprika, and garlic powder until fully combined. Cover the bowl and refrigerate while you prepare the burger bowls, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced white onion and ground beef, breaking up the beef with a spatula. Cook and crumble the beef until it is fully cooked through, with no pink remaining. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
- Season the Beef: Reduce the heat to low and season the cooked beef and onions with salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Stir thoroughly and continue cooking on low for an additional 5 minutes to let the flavors blend.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked ground beef mixture evenly among four medium-sized bowls. Top each bowl with chopped romaine lettuce, freshly grated cheddar cheese, sliced cherry tomatoes, sliced dill pickles, and optionally sliced red onion.
- Serve with Sauce and Sides: Drizzle the prepared Big Mac sauce generously over each bowl. Serve the cheeseburger bowls alongside cooked potato wedges or French fries for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Using lean ground beef reduces grease, but draining excess fat is recommended for a cleaner taste.
- The Big Mac sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Swap cheddar cheese with your favorite type for varied flavor profiles.
- For a low-carb option, omit potato wedges or fries and add extra veggies.
- Sliced red onions add a nice crunch but are optional based on preference.
