Burger Bowls
Burger bowls are a delightful and customizable meal option that brings the classic flavors of a burger to a bowl. Juicy ground beef, vibrant veggies, and your favorite dressing create a colorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This recipe is quick to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy nights when you want to impress without fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups shredded lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup your favorite dressing (ranch or vinaigrette)
Instructions
- Cook the brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions (about 15-20 minutes).
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper until browned (7-10 minutes). Add any desired spices.
- Assemble your bowls by layering cooked grains at the base, topped with beef, shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, cheddar cheese, and your chosen dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger bowl (350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg