Description
The SMASH BURGER BOWL is a fresh, hearty, and flavorful twist on the classic smashed burger, served without the bun and layered with fresh veggies, melted cheese, and a special sauce. Perfect for a quick, low-carb meal full of texture and bursting with taste, it’s customizable and nutrient-packed for a satisfying and lighter burger experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Burger Components
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
- 4 slices American or cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh Vegetables & Greens
- 2 cups lettuce and mixed greens, washed and chopped
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 1/4 cup pickles, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onions, thinly sliced
Special Sauce
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp mustard
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and chop the lettuce and mixed greens. Slice the tomatoes, red onions, and pickles. Set the cheese slices aside. Make the special sauce by mixing mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard in a small bowl.
- Form and smash the patties: Divide the ground beef into small balls, about 3-4 ounces each. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place each ball on the skillet and immediately smash it flat with a spatula. Cook for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side until the edges become crispy and browned.
- Melt the cheese: While the patties are still in the skillet, place a slice of cheese on each one. Cover the skillet and let the cheese melt for about one minute.
- Assemble the bowl: Start with a base of fresh mixed greens in a bowl. Layer on the sliced tomatoes, pickles, and red onions. Add the cheesy smashed beef patties on top and drizzle with the special sauce.
- Final touches: Season the bowl with salt and pepper to taste. Optionally, add fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness and garnish.
Notes
- Use a heavy skillet, preferably cast iron, for the best crust on the patties.
- Handle the ground beef gently to avoid dense patties.
- Cook over high heat to achieve a caramelized crust.
- Let cooked patties rest a minute to retain juices.
- Customize the special sauce to your liking for a signature flavor.
- Variations include adding jalapeños for spice or substituting beef with plant-based patties for a vegetarian option.
- Store leftover patties and vegetables separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat patties in a hot skillet to regain crispness before assembling the bowl again.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: smash burger bowl, low carb burger, no bun burger, beef bowl, healthy burger, quick dinner, gluten free burger
