Beef & Veggie Burger Bowl

Beef & Veggie Burger Bowl

Deconstructed grass-fed beef burger over greens with classic toppings.

• Meal Type: Dinner
• Dietary: Keto, High Protein, Gluten-Free
• Main Ingredient: Grass-Fed Ground Beef
• Servings: 2
• Cost per Serving: $10.25
• Prep Time: 25 min

Ingredients

Beef Patties

• ¾ lb grass-fed ground beef (80/20)
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp avocado oil

Bowl Base & Toppings

• 4 cups mixed greens or shredded iceberg lettuce
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• ½ red onion, thinly sliced
• 4 dill pickle slices
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 2 slices cheddar cheese (optional)

From-Scratch Burger Sauce

• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp pickle brine
• ¼ tsp smoked paprika
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• Salt to taste

Instructions

Make the Burger Sauce

1. Whisk together mayo, Dijon, pickle brine, smoked paprika, and garlic. Season with salt. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Cook the Patties

1. Season ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Form into 2 patties.
2. Heat avocado oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side for medium.
3. If using cheese, add in the last minute and cover to melt. Rest for 3 minutes, then slice.

Assemble the Bowl

1. Divide greens between two bowls.
2. Top with sliced beef patty, tomato, red onion, pickles, and avocado.
3. Drizzle generously with burger sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Notes

Grass-fed beef is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and CLA. This bowl is keto-friendly, high in protein, and gluten-free. The from-scratch burger sauce avoids seed oils and artificial additives found in commercial condiments.