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Savory Cheeseburger Bowl Recipe Easy Loaded with Fresh Custom Ingredients

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A quick and easy savory cheeseburger bowl loaded with fresh, customizable ingredients that delivers all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger without the bun.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 4 oz)
  • 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (cherry or vine-ripened)
  • ½ cup sliced dill pickles
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • Dash of smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional add-ins: avocado slices, cooked bacon pieces, sautéed mushrooms, fried egg

Instructions

  1. Prepare the burger sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and smoked paprika until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Chop the fresh ingredients: Dice tomatoes, slice pickles and red onion, chop lettuce. Keep them separate for layering later.
  3. Cook the ground beef: Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add the ground beef, season with salt and pepper. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7–9 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Assemble the bowl: In serving bowls, start with a base of chopped lettuce. Top with the cooked beef, then sprinkle shredded cheddar while the beef is still warm so it melts slightly. Add tomatoes, pickles, and red onions on top.
  5. Drizzle the burger sauce: Generously spoon the sauce over each bowl. Add any optional toppings like avocado or bacon now.
  6. Final touches: Give everything a gentle toss or leave layered to keep that visual appeal. Serve immediately while warm and fresh.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheddar cheese for best melting results. An 80/20 ground beef blend ensures juiciness. Cooking beef over medium-high heat and breaking it into small pieces helps achieve a good sear and crumbly texture. Prepare burger sauce ahead and refrigerate up to 3 days. For extra melty cheese, cover skillet for last minute of cooking. Let beef rest off heat before assembling to redistribute juices.

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