Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup dill pickle chips
- 1/2 cup chopped onion (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Tangy Burger Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup (low-sugar or keto alternative if needed)
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Prepare sauce: whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and onion powder until smooth; set aside.
- Season beef: mix ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder; form into bite-sized crumbles or small patties.
- Cook beef: heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat, add beef, and cook 6–8 minutes until browned, breaking it up as needed. Drain excess grease.
- Assemble bowls: divide shredded lettuce among four bowls, top with cooked beef mixture.
- Add toppings: distribute cheddar cheese, pickle chips, and chopped onion over beef.
- Serve: drizzle tangy burger sauce over bowls. Serve immediately or refrigerate for meal prep.
Notes
- For keto option, skip ketchup or use keto-friendly version to reduce carbs.
- Ground beef can be substituted with turkey or chicken.
- Store sauce separately for meal prep to keep lettuce crisp.
- Gluten-free friendly format.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American