Burger Bowls – Easy Cheeseburger Bowl Recipe
Enjoy all the flavors of a cheeseburger in these easy Burger Bowls.Made with seasoned beef, crispy potatoes, fresh toppings, and homemade burger sauce.Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Spice Mix
- 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or mixed herbs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Burger Bowls
- 2 –3 medium potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 500 g lean ground beef
- Shredded lettuce
- Dairy-free or regular cheese
- Pickle slices
Homemade Burger Sauce
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon or yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon pickle juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all the spice mix ingredients.
- Wash and cut the potatoes into fries or wedges. Pat dry thoroughly.
- Toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil and half of the spice mix.
- Bake at 200°C (390°F) for 30–40 minutes or air fry for about 20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it apart while cooking until browned.
- Sprinkle over the remaining spice mix and continue cooking until the beef is well browned and excess moisture has evaporated.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the burger sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Assemble the Burger Bowls by dividing the crispy potatoes between serving bowls. Add shredded lettuce, seasoned beef, cheese, and pickle slices.
- Drizzle generously with the homemade burger sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
- Sweet potatoes make an excellent alternative.
- Serve with extra burger sauce on the side.
- Add bacon-style turkey strips if desired for extra flavor.
- This beef burger bowl is ideal for meal prep because the components store well separately.