Description
This easy Smash Burger Bowl offers a hearty and satisfying meal with juicy smashed beef patties, crispy smoked turkey bacon, fresh vegetables, and melty plant-based cheese. Perfect for those seeking all the burger flavors without the bun, this colorful and wholesome dish is quick to prepare and customizable to your taste or dietary needs. Enjoy a delicious low-carb option loaded with protein and vegetables any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Smash Burger Bowl Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef, lean and juicy
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup pickles, chopped
- 4 slices plant-based cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Natural gelling agent (optional, for dressing texture)
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoked Turkey Bacon: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the smoked turkey bacon until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
- Make the Patties: Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions. Season lightly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy pan over medium-high heat. Press each portion firmly with a spatula to form a smashed patty. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side until caramelized and cooked through. Drizzle vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) on patties while cooking for extra flavor.
- Prepare the Fresh Veggies: While the patties cook, wash and chop the romaine lettuce. Slice cherry tomatoes and red onion thinly. Chop pickles and slice the avocado. Keep all fresh and ready for assembly.
- Assemble the Smash Burger Bowl: Place a bed of romaine lettuce at the bottom of each bowl. Add one smashed burger patty on top, then layer smoked turkey bacon pieces. Scatter tomatoes, red onion, pickles, and sliced avocado around the bowl. Place a slice of plant-based cheese on each patty, allowing warmth from the patty to melt it slightly.
- Drizzle Dressing: Whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, a pinch of salt, and natural gelling agent if using for texture. Drizzle this dressing over the assembled bowls to brighten and tie all flavors.
Notes
- Use a hot skillet to get a delicious crust on patties.
- Cook patties in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure even searing.
- Press patties firmly but do not flatten too thin to keep juiciness.
- Let patties rest for a couple of minutes off the heat to retain juices.
- Add fresh veggies just before serving to maintain crunch and color.
- Use ripe avocado for creamy texture and richness.
- Adjust apple cider vinegar and olive oil quantities in dressing to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: smash burger, burger bowl, low carb burger, plant-based cheese, smoked turkey bacon, gluten free, easy dinner, quick meal
